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Been there, done that? Take another look. Virginia's museums offer amazing rotating exhibits in addition to stunning permanent pieces.  More

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Colonial Williamsburg

Sights and Sounds of the 18th Century

Experience life as it was in our nation's yesterdays. Explore original buildings, homes, and shops reconstructed on 301 acres.  More

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Brownsburg Museum

Brownsburg Museum

Location: Brownsburg
Brownsburg Museum

Big things come in small packages. We take that to heart at the Brownsburg Museum. Visit this historic village and first-class community-run ... More Info

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Caroline County Visitor Center Whale

Caroline County Visitor Center Whale

Location: Ruther Glen
Caroline County Visitor Center Whale

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Kodiak bear on display.

D. Ralph Hostetter Museum of Natural History

Location: Harrisonburg
Kodiak bear on display.

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Danville Science Center

Danville Science Center

Location: Danville
Danville Science Center

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Deltaville Maritime Museum

Location: Deltaville

The Deltaville Maritime Museum located at 287 Jackson Creek Road and on Mill Creek is dedicated to the exhibition and preservation of the ... More Info

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Historic Edinburg Mill

Location: Edinburg

The Edinburg Mill was built by Major George Grandstaff in 1848.  It is one of only a few that survived "The Burning" during the Civil War and ... More Info

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JMU Planetarium

Location: Harrisonburg

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A Ranger holds the resident black snake. The black snake is frequently used to entertain and educate the public on local animals.

Joseph S.J. Tanner Environmental Education ...

Location: Boydton
A Ranger holds the resident black snake. The black snake is frequently used to entertain and educate the public on local animals.

The Joseph S.J. Tanner Environmental Education Center offers a chance to get "hands on" and experience some of the native wildlife in the area. ... More Info

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Lora Robins Gallery of Design from Nature

Location: Richmond

LORA ROBINS GALLERY of Design from Nature, University of Richmond. Promotes an awareness and appreciation of Nature.

The gallery with its ... More Info

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Matthews Farm Museum

Location: Galax

Working circa 1900 farm. Events showcase artisans, their wares & necessary skills for small farms to survive. Music and dance events ... More Info

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Mineral Museum at James Madison University

Location: Harrisonburg

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Museum of Geological Sciences

Location: Blacksburg

The Museum of Geosciences houses a collection of over 13,000 minerals used for research, education, and display. Many Virginia specimens are ... More Info

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Interior view - Full size replica of a mastodon

Museum of the Middle Appalachians

Location: Saltville
Interior view - Full size replica of a mastodon

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Nature Zone

Nature Zone

Location: Lynchburg
Nature Zone

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Philpott Lake operated by Army Corps of Engineers

Philpott Lake Natural and Cultural History ...

Location: Bassett
Philpott Lake operated by Army Corps of Engineers

Aside from the natural beauty of Philpott Lake, other gems await to be experienced by its guests. The Visitor Center offers a unique display of ... More Info

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Pocahontas, Historical Coal Mining Town

Pocahontas, Historical Coal Mining Town

Location: Pocahontas
Pocahontas, Historical Coal Mining Town

Pocahontas, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was Virginia's first coalfield boom town. Today, Pocahontas preserves its coal ... More Info

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Rockfish Valley Foundation Natural History Center

Location: Nellysford

Rockfish Valley Foundation Natural History Center located in the Wintergreen Country Store .Open June through December. Hours are Saturday and ... More Info

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Science comes alive for student groups at the Virginia Living Museum

Science comes alive for student groups at the ...

Location: Newport News
Science comes alive for student groups at the Virginia Living Museum

At the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News, students experience science discoveries that simply can't be duplicated in a school classroom.

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