| This environmentally focused, interactive visitor information center in First Landing State Park is a nature based eco-tourism Information Center for Virginia Beach & a designated Chesapeake Bay Gateways Regional Information Center. The Center showcases a historical exhibition of the first landing of settlers in 1607, three aquariums, environmental exhibits, classroom space, a wet lab and touch tank developed by the Virginia Marine Science Museum. It also has visitor information, a Bay store for gifts and camping supplies, plus a gazebo and amphitheatre for outdoor events. The park is open daily from 7:00 AM until dusk. The Chesapeake Bay Center is open daily, 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM year round. It is closed on Christmas and New Years Day. The park Trail Center is open From April 1 through November 30, from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM. |