Attraction
STATE ARBORETUM OF VIRGINIA 540-837-1758 ext. 0
Fax: 540-837-1523 www.virginia.edu/blandy
400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA 22620
Directions: Route 50 in Clarke County - nine miles east of Winchester. 4 miles west of Shenandoah River.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: “Museum of Trees”, education program, 7,000 trees conservation. 170 acre arboretum - part of 700 acre Blandy Experimental Farm.
PARKING: Designated accessible parking space located near the main area. RV parking.
TYPES OF PATHS TO OR AROUND ATTRACTION: Gravel, very small wooden borders, off-trail exploration is on uneven ground. Most paths accessible to persons with mobility disabilities.
ENTRANCE: Located in Parkfield Learning Center. 5 exterior steps. Handrails on left/right. Ramps provided. Entry door, 28 in. wide single, when double 56 in. wide, easily opened with round metal knob handle located 36 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Located Parkfield Learning Center and Quarter’s Building. 5 exterior steps with handrails at Learning Center. Quarters rest rooms accessible without steps. Wheelchair accessible stalls: 34 in. wide doors opening in/out and handrails. Sink height 34 in. Wrapped pipes.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities: Amplified audio units. Some written scripts and brochures available.
For guests with visual disabilities: Hands-on exhibits. Signs with contrasting background, printed on a non-glossy surface.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Open year round, dawn to dusk, free of charge. Education programs - field trips. Special programs such as workshops may have costs.
