Huntley Meadows Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: From Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, the Norma Hoffman Visitor Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, except Tuesdays. The Visitor Center will be open on weekends from noon to 5 p.m.
703-768-2525 TTY 711
3701 Lockheed Blvd.
Alexandria, Virginia
Karen Sheffield
Manager

Huntley Meadows Park Events

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Symphony of Frogs-Families

04/04/2025 7:15 pm to 04/04/2025 8:45 pm

(6-Adult) Join a naturalist for a discussion and a guided walk to listen for serenading frogs and toads. Learn the calls of a bull frog, southern leopard frog, green frog, tree frog and American toad.

Wetland at Dusk Walk

04/06/2025 7:00 pm to 04/06/2025 9:00 pm

(Adults) Join park naturalists for a relaxing stroll through the park's forest and wetland paths. Look and listen for wildlife settling down or waking up during the transition of day to night.

Corn Grinding & Clay Pottery

04/07/2025 1:00 pm to 04/07/2025 3:00 pm

(4-Adult) Learn how the Powhatan Native Americans used the plants and animals you see every day for their medicine, grocery store and clothing. Immerse yourself in a way of life 400 years ago. Grind corn, make a clay pot, master corn darts and go on a guided tour to see the park from the perspective of a Virginia Indian.

Wetland at Dusk Walk

04/11/2025 7:00 pm to 04/11/2025 9:00 pm

(Adults) Join park naturalists for a relaxing stroll through the park's forest and wetland paths. Look and listen for wildlife settling down or waking up during the transition of day to night.

Birding for Beginners

04/13/2025 8:00 am to 04/13/2025 11:00 am

(12-Adult) Learn about the park's birds and some basic identification skills. This program for beginners starts with a bird identification discussion. Children age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Campfire Safety for Families

04/13/2025 6:00 pm to 04/13/2025 7:00 pm

(4-Adult) Families learn how to safely build and enjoy a campfire plus make s'mores. Not appropriate for children under 4 yrs. Children must be accompanied by an adult who is also registered in the program.

Twilight Boardwalk Stroll

04/19/2025 7:15 pm to 04/19/2025 9:15 pm

(6-Adult) Join a park naturalist for a guided walk along the forested paths to the wetland and experience the park as it transitions from day into night. Watch and listen for nocturnal residents such as beavers and owls.

Outdoor Science Lab at Huntley

04/22/2025 2:00 pm to 04/22/2025 4:00 pm

(6-Adult) Explore the exciting world of science with fun hands-on experiments, activities, and challenges. Enrich your understanding of various science and engineering topics using scientific investigations, observations, and lab skills with the guidance of a park naturalist. Each outdoor class will focus on a different science theme. Check session…

Symphony of Frogs-Families

04/25/2025 7:15 pm to 04/25/2025 8:45 pm

(6-Adult) Join a naturalist for a discussion and a guided walk to listen for serenading frogs and toads. Learn the calls of a bull frog, southern leopard frog, green frog, tree frog and American toad.

Twilight Boardwalk Stroll

04/27/2025 7:15 pm to 04/27/2025 9:15 pm

(6-Adult) Join a park naturalist for a guided walk along the forested paths to the wetland and experience the park as it transitions from day into night. Watch and listen for nocturnal residents such as beavers and owls.

Wetlands Awareness Day

05/04/2025 12:00 pm to 05/04/2025 4:00 pm

Bring the whole family for an afternoon celebrating Huntley Meadows’ wetlands. Get up close with raptors, reptiles, and amphibians, and collect stamps for a prize as you explore interactive exhibits. No registration needed – rain or shine!

Family Hilltop Outing for the 200th Anniversary

05/17/2025 4:30 pm to 05/17/2025 5:30 pm

Enjoy a guided family-friendly tour of Historic Huntley, perched on a scenic hilltop. Celebrate 200 years of history with breathtaking views and rich stories of the past!

Huntley Meadows Classes and Camps

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