Toano, Virginia

James City Co. Historical Commission in Toano, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Orange, Virginia

Children's, Culture, General, History

An historical museum committed to collecting, preserving and exhibiting artifacts that exemplify the cultural heritage of rural Orange County emphasizing James Madison and others who made substantial contributions to the area. Permanent exhibit on Madison and the Agriculture and Transportation Hall are on display.

Fredericksburg, Virginia

History, Library

The museum and library were established by James Monroe's great-granddaughter, Rose Gouverneur Hoes, and her sons as an educational memorial to the life and times of this Founding Father. Items belonging to James and Elizabeth Monroe make up the collection.

Williamsburg, Virginia

History

Through gallery exhibits and living history, Jamestown Settlement relates the stories of America's first permanent English colony and Virginia's first Powhatan Indians, the Yorktown Victory Center chronicles the American Revolution.

Richmond, Virginia

Planetarium, Science, Specialized

Jefferson Planetarium, Richmond Public Schools in Richmond, VA is operated by the Thomas Jefferson High School staff. Please contact then directly for more information concerning public programs available at the school.

Harpers Ferry, Virginia

History, Specialized

Big Stone Gap, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society

The John Fox, Jr. house, a Virginia Historical landmark serves as both a museum and a memorial to the Fox family. The house was built in 1888, and is filled with beautiful furnishings and mementos of the family. Here, the author, John Fox, Jr., wrote 'The Trail of the Lonesome Pine', 14 other full length novels, in addition to more than 500 short stories. Guided tours are conducted through the house.

Richmond, Virginia

History, Library

The center is a museum in a classroom providing hands-on children's programming and exhibits on 17th century culture.

Martinsville, Virginia

Art

John Waddey Carter House in Martinsville, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Staunton, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House, Specialized

Jumbo Antique Fire Engine Museum houses the only remaining 1911 Robinson Chemical Fire Engine. The museum, founded in 1982 houses a collection of fire service items, some from the Civil War era. Exhibits a 911 Robinson Chemical Fire Engine and other fire-service related items.

Williamsburg, Virginia

History

James Fort in Williamsburg, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Harrisonburg, Virginia

University

James Madison University Fndn., Inc. in Harrisonburg, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Richmond, Virginia

Park

James River Park Visitor in Richmond, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Galax, Virginia

History

The museum strives to preserve artifacts left by the early people of the area as well as local family histories so that future generations may know their heritage.

Alexandria, Virginia

General, Nature Centers, Park, Science

Welcome to the City of Alexandria's Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities website. The Department offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities for all ages, including afterschool programs for youth, sports opportunities, senior events, and our popular ethnic festivals. Our parks and trails network provides countless ways to enjoy Alexandria outdoors. Look for information on the George Washington and St. Patrick's Day parades coming this winter and don't forget to join us for some exercise at one of our indoor facilities. The long-awaited renovation of the Jerome 'Buddie' Ford Nature Center is scheduled to take place this year. This project will take several months to complete, during which time the Nature Center will be closed.

Williamsburg, Virginia

Library

John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library in Williamsburg, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Richmond, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House

The home, built by Chief Justice John Marshall in 1790, is an outstanding example of Federal architecture retaining many of its original features. It contains a rich collection of memorabilia and Marshall family objects.

Warrenton, Virginia

The John Singleton Mosby Foundation, Inc., was established by a group of Warrenton citizens to preserve the National Register of Historic Places property called Brentmoor. Since the house was once the home of Colonel John Singleton Mosby and the town formed part of "Mosby's Confederacy," these several community members believed that Brentmoor could become the home of a museum interpreting Mosby and Warrenton's Civil War experience. Founded in 1998, the John Singleton Mosby Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit membership association dedicated to the preservation of Brentmoor and the creation of the Mosby Museum.

Woodbridge, Virginia

Includes 19 acres of constructed wetlands and about 200 acres of natural wetlands are protected by a 220-acre upland buffer along Neabsco Creek, near Leesylvania State Park. Constructed by Wetland Studies, this site was used to mitigate wetland losses from development and later donated to Prince William County for public use. The diversity of plants at the Metz attracts wildlife and wildlife enthusiasts, especially birders, from throughout Northern Virginia.

Big Stone Gap, Virginia

History, Historic House

An historic house with local history exhibits.