Richmond’s Maymont Park to celebrate World Wildlife Day

Richmond’s Maymont Park to celebrate World Wildlife Day

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Maymont Park is set to celebrate World Wildlife Day on March 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The celebration will take place at the Robinsons Nature Center at 2201 Shields Lake Dr. and Maymont Farm at 1001 Spotswood Rd.

Attendees can spend either the whole day or a few hours connecting with wildlife through various activities including:

  • Animal keeper talks
  • Animal feedings and enrichment activities
  • Presentations
  • Drop in activities
  • Wildlife-related activities
  • Crafts
  • Games

Wildlife members from other organizations including The Wildlife Center of Virginia will join the festivities for talks, film screenings and hands-on crafts.

This event is free for all age groups, and select sessions are capacity-limited, while admission is based on a first-come, first-served basis.

Local food trucks and vendors will also be available and a schedule of events is also provided on their website.