Frontier Culture Museum

Frontier Culture Museum The outdoor museum is located on 200 acres of land in the city of Staunton, Virginia, one of the South's Best Mountain Towns.
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The Frontier Culture Museum is the biggest open-air living history museum in the Shenandoah Valley, as well as one of the highest rated family-friendly attractions and one of the top tourist destinations in Virginia. Costumed historical interpreters show the life and customs of the indigenous Native American tribes in Virginia, the arrival of the German, English and Irish settlers along the Great

Wagon Road, and the painful journey of the enslaved Africans to the first permanent British colony in North America. Visitors may also interact with a blacksmith at an Irish Forge, woodworkers, tailors, and yarn spinners, and learn how the early settlers of America cooked and worked the land. The American journey starts here, with these early pioneers that inhabited America's First Frontier, the Blue Ridge Mountains, prior to the Westward Expansion of the 19th Century. As a cultural center, the museum features eleven historic exhibits, including traditional rural buildings from Europe, Africa, and America. It also hosts cultural events and special private events, such as weddings, receptions, board meetings and company retreats, and can accommodate both small and large groups of different school ages.

June is a wonderful month to appreciate the landscapes and environments that shape our experiences.
06/01/2026

June is a wonderful month to appreciate the landscapes and environments that shape our experiences.

Summer Camps at the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia in historic Staunton, VA give children opportunities to learn th...
05/31/2026

Summer Camps at the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia in historic Staunton, VA give children opportunities to learn through activities, crafts, outdoor play, and exploration across the museum’s historic sites. Weekly camps are available throughout June and July for ages 5-7, 8-9, and 10-12.

✨Visit frontiermuseum.org/summer-camps for details and to register.

05/30/2026

Looking for a meaningful day trip in the Shenandoah Valley? The Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia offers a unique opportunity to explore the stories, traditions, and cultures that helped shape early Virginia and our shared American journey. With costumed interpreters, historic structures, working farms, demonstrations, and special events throughout the year, there is always something to discover.

Plan your visit at frontiermuseum.org.

Looking for summer activities for your child? Registration is open now for Summer Camps at the Frontier Culture Museum o...
05/29/2026

Looking for summer activities for your child? Registration is open now for Summer Camps at the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia in Staunton. Campers will enjoy outdoor activities, historical crafts, games, music, and learning experiences designed for different age groups throughout June and July.

🌟Visit frontiermuseum.org/summer-camps for details and to register.

05/29/2026

In 1809, the Staunton Eagle described Independence Day as a day of "good humor, harmony, and joy."

Join us on July 4 for a Pay What You Will Donation Day celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Independence Day. A donation of any amount provides access to all activities, including games, a 19th century Civics Bee, and readings of historic documents.

Learn more by choosing the "Events" tab at frontiermuseum.org.

Annual Passes make it easy to experience the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia throughout the year. From seasonal demo...
05/28/2026

Annual Passes make it easy to experience the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia throughout the year. From seasonal demonstrations and costumed interpreters to special events and hands-on learning opportunities, there is always something new to see and explore.

Learn more and plan your visit at frontiermuseum.org.

Summertime on the Frontier Camp is designed for children ages 5-7 and includes activities such as feeding livestock, fis...
05/28/2026

Summertime on the Frontier Camp is designed for children ages 5-7 and includes activities such as feeding livestock, fishing, singing and dancing, crafts, historic games, and lessons in the schoolhouse. Campers will spend time outdoors, learn through play, and explore museum activities throughout the week.

Visit frontiermuseum.org/summer-camps for details and to register.

We had so much fun at our Tussie Mussie workshop on Memorial Day! Thank you to all of the participants!
05/27/2026

We had so much fun at our Tussie Mussie workshop on Memorial Day! Thank you to all of the participants!

Summer Camps at the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia offer hands-on learning, outdoor activities, crafts, games, musi...
05/26/2026

Summer Camps at the Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia offer hands-on learning, outdoor activities, crafts, games, music, and opportunities for children to explore daily life as it once was. Programs are available for ages 5-7, 8-9, and 10-12, with camps running weekly throughout June and July.

👉Visit frontiermuseum.org/summer-camps for details and to register.

We remember those who lost their lives in service and reflect on their sacrifice.
05/25/2026

We remember those who lost their lives in service and reflect on their sacrifice.

Address

1290 Richmond Avenue
Staunton, VA
24401

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15403327850

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