Reservations are required for education programs. The education office takes reservations beginning August 1st for the school year. To make a reservation for an education program, contact the education office at (540) 999-3489. Please be prepared to provide the following information: date of visit; grade level and number of students; program topic and time; and the names of the teachers who will be attending. We can provide assistance in determining the best location for your program. Have alternate dates in mind in case the date you want is already taken. We offer programs from mid-April through early November. The best, and consequently most popular, times to visit are May and mid-September through mid-October.