The Virginia War Memorial's Shrine of Memory is a soaring tribute to the service and sacrifice of Virginia veterans and citizens in time of war. The Memorial was built to honor all veterans and particularly those Virginians killed in world War II, Korea, Vietnam, and Persian Gulf. The Memorial's primary features are a Shrine of Memory, with more than 11,600 names of Virginia veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice in war engraved on its walls, the majestic statue Memory, the Torch of Liberty eternal flame, a Reflecting Pool, Flag Court, Rose Gardens, a Visitors Center, Memories of War artifact displays and Memorial Shop.

The Paul and Phyllis Galanti Education Center offers many exhibits and a meeting space for students and teachers. Opening September 2010.

Free with ample free parking.

Amenities:

• Family Friendly