Learn traditional stained glass techniques from start to finish! Choose from an assortment of glass colors, textures and transparencies to completely customize it into a one of a kind piece. You’ll learn how to cut glass, grid it to fit a pattern, apply copper foil and finally solder it all together. This is a beginners […]

Join us for the 40th annual Spring Garden Fair! The oldest garden fair in the region and a favorite among gardeners, Exchange Place’s Spring Garden Fair will be held Saturday, April 25th, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and on Sunday, April 26th, 2026, from 12:00 – 5 p.m. at Exchange Place Living History […]

Learn traditional stained glass techniques from start to finish. Choose from an assortment of glass colors, textures and transparencies to completely customize it into a one of a kind piece. You’ll learn how to cut glass, grid it to fit a pattern, apply copper foil and finally solder it all together. This is a beginners […]

The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. It is our nearest star and our planet’s source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. Beginning in January, […]

Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the Universe and land the first woman and person […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

This free observing program is held by the dam and is offered every clear Saturday and Sunday at 3 – 3:30 p.m. in March-October. Safely view the Sun in detail! Observe sunspots and more that reveal the Sun’s dynamic magnetic activity. It is weather-dependent. If it is too cloudy, the program will be canceled. This […]

Kingsport, TN – Witness the incredible talent and passion of our region’s young musicians as they take the stage for an inspiring orchestral performance. These dedicated student artists will showcase their skills and artistry in a concert that celebrates the joy of music-making and the bright future of classical music in our community. Primo, our […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. It is our nearest star and our planet’s source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. Beginning in January, […]

Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Meet with one of our Naturalist Interns or Staff and walk around the Raptor Center with us. Hear some interesting facts and stories about these amazing animals!

The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. It is our nearest star and our planet’s source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. Beginning in January, […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident bobcats, Carter and Cash. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. It is our nearest star and our planet’s source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. Beginning in January, […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident wolves. Free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Get to know these reptiles by seeing them up close and learn the secrets to their long lives. This is a free program with no registration required.

The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. It is our nearest star and our planet’s source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. Beginning in January, […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident bobcats, Carter and Cash. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

What is a silent book club? A meeting for all who love to read! No exclusive groups. No assigned books. No pressure to have something smart to say. Everyone is welcome. Talk as much, or as little, as you like. Read what you want at your own pace, whether that’s a textbook, comic book, fiction […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident amphibians and reptiles. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Come and meet our animal care staff and learn a little about our furry fox friends, Jamie and Sabra. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

If you enjoy astronomy, then the Bays Mountain Astronomy Club is for you! We invite you to attend one of our meetings and experience it first hand. Each meeting is different and has a unique topic that is presented. To learn more, to see what each meeting topic will be and to find out where […]

Come create your own customized scroll bracelet—perfect for beginners and fun for everyone! Learn the fundamentals of cold forging by creating a handcrafted brass scroll bracelet. In this workshop, participants will work with mill-rolled brass to shape, hammer, punch, and refine a structured bracelet form. You’ll also learn how to create wire-formed chain links and […]

Join us for a guided Spring Wildflower Hike in the western side of Bays Mountain Park – Laurel Run! Observe as the forest floor comes alive with color. Discover delicate trilliums, violets, and other native blooms while learning how these early flowers support pollinators and signal the changing seasons. This relaxed, family-friendly walk highlights the beauty, […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident wolves. Free program. Pre-registration is not required.

“Appalachian Skies” will take visitors on a majestic tour of the current evening sky using the spectacular Zeiss optical star projector instrument. Its fiber-optic generated star field is stunning and a pleasure to see. This live presentation is enhanced with additional content from our VELVET LED projectors for a wonderful, immersive experience. You don’t want […]

This free observing program is held by the dam and is offered every clear Saturday and Sunday at 3 – 3:30 p.m. in March-October. Safely view the Sun in detail! Observe sunspots and more that reveal the Sun’s dynamic magnetic activity. It is weather-dependent. If it is too cloudy, the program will be canceled. This […]

Come meet our animal care staff and learn a little bit about our resident bobcats, Carter and Cash. This is a free program. Pre-registration is not required.

Meet with one of our Naturalist Interns or Staff and walk around the Raptor Center with us. Hear some interesting facts and stories about these amazing animals!