Attraction
The Walton's Museum, in Nelson County is a special blend of history, nostalgia and entertainment. The same building young Earl Hamner, Jr. attended school, now houses replicas of sets from the The Waltons, the memorable television series he created. Step back in time and memory to John-Boy's bedroom, the Waltons' kitchen and living room and Ike Godsey's store, which also serves as the museum's gift shop.
WALTON’S MOUNTAIN MUSEUM 434-831-2000
Fax: 434-831-2002 www.waltonmuseum.org
6484 Rockfish River Rd., Schuyler, VA 22969
Rte 29 South from Charlottesville, 23 miles to Rte 6 East, turn left, Rte 6 East to Rte 800, turn right. Follow to Rte 617 and turn right. Museum is shortly after this turn.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Features six rooms of recreations of the sets used for “The Waltons” TV series. Schuyler is the birthplace of Earl Hamner, Jr., creator of “The Waltons.”
PARKING: 2 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: Asphalt. Some loose gravel on asphalt.
ENTRANCE: Front of building at left side. Double entry doors, 61 in.wide, open out easily with “C” shaped pull handle located 36 in. above floor. Interior steps at back of museum access the restroom downstairs. Some steps marked with tactile strip/color change. Handrails.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: In lounge on main floor. Doors are 34 in. wide, open out. Accessible stalls have handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, 10 in. between commode and wall. Sink height is 30 in. Pipes wrapped. Accessible stall checked regularly for obstructions. Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women. Unisex and/or companion assisted rest room available at the public rest room.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities,there are tours in American Sign Language and signing interpreters available with advance notice.
For guests with visual disabilities, there are hands-on exhibits and personal tour guides.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 35-36 in. wide. Counters 35 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: No credit cards accepted. Admission fee. Group rates. Open daily 10-4 Mar-Nov. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving and the second Sat. in Oct.
