Meadow Farm Museum at Crump Park

10/06/2026

Otis definitely enjoyed his grain breakfast by the look of it! All of our Ossabaw Island hog males have tusks, which you can see in Otis' lower jaw. These are used for defense against predators and rival males. Theyre also useful for digging & rooting in the ground.

09/18/2026

Our sheep have been enjoying the slighty cooler, sunny weather this past week. Happy Friday!

09/14/2026

Upcoming Event: Farmyard Friends!
September 17th 11:30am- 1:30pm

Celebrate National Farm Animals Week by exploring the world of farm animals through interactive activities, animal-themed crafts, and hands-on enrichment projects! Learn fun facts about our animal residents and meet the Animal Care Team as they share insights about the animals and the care they receive. No registration required.

09/02/2026

For our Spanish speaking community members, we will be broadcasting live with Radio Poder (380 AM WBTK and 88.1 FM)
tomorrow at 10:30am to discuss training with our wonderful cows, Emily & Marigold!

08/27/2026

The animal care staff caught Tuckahoe the sheep and Todd the turkey meeting yesterday at the fenceline! All the animals at the farm are accustomed to the sights and sounds of one another, and visiting wild species from the surrounding woods.

07/25/2026

We love the animal care staff at Meadow Farm!

07/25/2026

Happy National Zoo Keeper Week to our dedicated farm team!

07/25/2026

The Woodland Cemetery Tour scheduled for this morning is canceled due to rain. Our next tour is scheduled for Saturday, August 8. We hope to see you then!

07/08/2026

Emily, the Jersey cow, turned 10 years old yesterday!! Happy Birthday!!

Emily is a gentle giant who is always curious about what is going on around her. She is eager to earn treats during training sessions and enjoys back scratches from the animal care team.

During the heat of the summer, you can often find Emily and her pasture mate, Marigold, resting in the shade.

07/06/2026

This free presentation will include real and replica fossils! Come learn about dinosaurs and prehistoric mammals that once lived in Virginia!

Explore evidence of dinosaurs and other extinct species with Jim Weinpress, Manager of Zoology for Henrico County Recreation & Parks, and find out more about what was roaming the state we call home during the Ice Age.