Attractions
HISTORIC CRAB ORCHARD MUSEUM & PIONEER PARK
276-988-6755 Fax: 276-988-9400 www.craborchardmuseum.com
3663 Crab Orchard Rd., Tazewell, VA 24651
3 miles west of Tazewell, VA, on U. S. Rte 19/460. 12 miles east of Cedar Bluff on U. S. Rte 19/460.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: History of southwest Virginia from prehistory to present.
PARKING: 2 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: The paths are gravel, and do have steep grades which would require assistance for persons in wheelchairs.
ENTRANCE: Sloping block, rock and concrete grade, entrance may require physical assistance (employees will assist). Ramps are provided. Entry doors, 36 in. wide, open out with handle located 31 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Located inside entrance. Doors are 30 in. wide, open in. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 31 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, and 20 in. between commode and wall. Sink height is 31 in. 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.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities,there are written scripts.
For guests with visual disabilities, there are signs in large print.
For guests with mobility disabilities, there are lowered drinking fountains.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 41 in. wide. Counters 36 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Accepted credit cards: V, MC and AE. Admission fee. Hours of operation: 9-5 Mon-Sat and 1-5 Sun, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Wheelchair available for loan while in the museum and park. Request from hostess. Personnel will take wheelchair to the vehicle.
SANDY HEAD OSTRICH 276-988-9090
Fax: 276-979-9039
Rte. 61, Tazewell, VA 24651
Directions: Exit I-77 at Rocky Gap, Rt. 61. Turn west on 61 - travel 18 miles. Turn right on Stower’s Lane. Turn right on 1st gravel driveway. 6 miles east of business 19/460 & Rt. 61 in Tazewell.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Fun educational farm tours in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains for individuals and groups (school and tour bus parking). Enjoy seeing ostriches, emus, and rare and unusual chickens such as turkens and “Easter Egg” chickens. Visit our butterfly garden and demonstration strawberry and vegetable garden for guests with mobility disabilities and seniors. A fantastic place for birthday and office parties. Designated site on the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail.
PARKING: Unmarked gravel parking lot.
TYPES OF PATHS TO OR AROUND ATTRACTION: Gravel and grass. Steep grades may require assistance for persons in wheelchairs.
ENTRANCE: To visitor center and gift shop located next to parking lot. 3 exterior steps, each 6 in. high and first step only is marked with tactile strip/color change. 2 entry doors, 36 in. wide, open in with knob handle located 40 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Portable toilet, not accessible to guests with mobility disabilities.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with visual disabilities, there are hands-on exhibits such as petting Turkens and Chickens, feeling different feathers and egg shells. Also tours can be done while guests stay in their vehicles and drive to different locations on the farm.
For guests with visual disabilities, there are hands-on exhibits such as petting the chickens and ostrich chicks in season and tactually comparing the different feathers and eggs.
For guests with hearing disabilities and non-English speaking guests, interpreters are available upon prior request.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Pop machine in gift shop.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 38 in. wide. Counters 34-40 in. high. Aisles clear of temporary displays. Offers decorated or natural egg shells, ostrich egg jewelry, feather items, and more.
STAFF TRAINING: Owner/operator has degree in Special Education for Visually and Multiple disabilities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Plumes and Presents Gift Shop: 1-5, Wed.-Sat. Cash or check only. Farm tours 1-5 Fri. and Sat. Length of tour approx. 1 ½ hours. Admission fee. Other times and group tours or parties by appointment only.
