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The Virginia Air and Space Center features NASA displays as well as air and spacecraft suspended from its 94-foot ceiling. Included in the displays is a lunar lander, a moonrock, a meteorite and more. An IMAX Theater is also held within the center that feaures a variety of educational films.
Address: 600 Settlers Landing Road Hampton VA 23669
 1 757 727-0900
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The Virginia War Museum has been interpreting American Military History from 1775 to the present. Featuring a World War One re-enactment.
Address: 9285 Warwick Boulevard Newport News VA 23609
 Send an Email (3) 1 757 247-8523
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Dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and interpretation of the Endview Plantation house and grounds. Explaining the Civil War in terms of how it altered American culture.
Address: 362 Yorktown Road Newport News VA 23603
Send an Email (3) 1 757 887-1862
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The Newsome House Museum and Cultural Center is the restored home of J. Thomas Newsome, a prominent African American attorney. Today the house features a pernament exhibit detailing this man's life, as well as changing art exhibitions. Tours available upon request.
Address: 2803 Oak Avenue Newport News VA 23607-3713
Send an Email (1) 1 757 247-2360
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The Hermitage Museum is an early 20th century residence that is surrounded by natural woodlands and formal gardens. Within the museum various art collections can be enjoyed such as textiles, laces, hand-painted glass, ivory carvings and more.
Address: 7637 North Shore Road Norfolk VA 23505
Send an Email (2) 1 757 423-2052
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Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum
Works of art, artifacts and other valuable items are housed in the Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum.
Address: 1113 Atlantic Ave. Virginia Beach VA USA 23451
1 804 437-8432
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The Mariners' Museum is dedicated to "preserving and interpreting the culture of the sea and its tributaries, its conquest by man, and its influence on civilization." One of the largest international maritime museums in the world.
Address: 100 Museum Drive Newport News VA 23606
Send an Email (8) 1 757 596-2222
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Held within the Old Coast Guard Station (circa 1903) this museum covers two floors of exhibits that outline rescue methods, as well as displaying boats and equipment. A museum store is offered on-site featuring nautical collectors items, jewelry, clocks and more.
Address: 24th Street and Boardwalk Virginia Beach VA USA 23451
Send an Email (1) 1 757 422-1587
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Nauticus is a science and technology center featuring over 150 informative and interactive exhibits theat explore the ocean such as films, computer interactives, touch pools and more. The Battleship Wisconsin is berthed here, and audio tours of the vessel are offered.
Address: One Waterside Drive Norfolk VA 23510
1 757 664-1000
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Cousteau Society Museum
The Cousteau Society Museum houses photography, artifacts and film that showcases the work done by Jacques Cousteau and his effort to document the ocean environment. This is a free attraction and is open every day.
Address: 710 Settlers Landing Road Hampton VA USA 23669
1 757 722-9300
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The Virginia Sports Hall of Fame was established in 1972, and the 100th athlete was inducted in 1987. Today, in addition to exhibits and displays, the museum features outreach programs geared toward educating children and youth about sportsmanship.
Address: 420 High Street Portsmouth VA USA 23705
1 757 393-8031
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Located on the campus of The College of William and Mary. The Museum host temporary exhibtions from public and private collections worldwide in the first floor galleries. The second floor three thematic galleries displays permanent works of art. Free and open to the public Mon-Fri 10am-4:45pm, Sat-Sun, Noon-4pm.
Address: The College of William and Mary Williamsburg VA 23188
Send an Email 1 757 221-2703
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The Virginia Living Museum in Newport News combines a wildlife park, science museum, aquarium, botanical gardens, and planetarium. Located in one beautiful setting, the Virginia Living Museum carefully protects its natural environments so people can explore and learn about wild plants and animals.
Address: 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Newport News VA 23601
1 757 595-1900
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The Naval Shipyard Museum is one of the oldest and largest naval shipyards in the United States. The museum features military artifacts, uniforms, ship models, informative exhibits and more.
Address: 2 High Street Portsmouth VA USA
Send an Email 1 757 393-8591
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The only museum in the United States devoted entirely to the transportation sector of the military, and its history. A gift shop features a large variety of transportation memorabilia, ranging
from transportation flags, to jewelry and novelty gift items.
Address: Bldg 300, Besson Hall Ft. Eustis VA 23604-5259
Send an Email (1) 1 757 878-1115
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Located in Hampton, Virginia, on the historic Hampton University campus, the Museum is the oldest African American museum in the U.S. and one of the oldest museums in the state. The collections feature over 9,000 objects including traditional African, Native American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Island, and Asian art; fine arts; and objects relating to the history of the University. Open Monday-Friday 8 am-5pm,
Saturday noon-4pm. Closed Sundays and all major holidays. Admission free.
Address: E. Tyler Street Hampton VA USA 23668
Send an Email (2) 1 757 727-5308
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Hunter House Victorian Museum
This 1984 mansion was designed by W.D. Wentworth for James Wilson Hunter. Today, the house displays a collection of decorative pieces and Victorian furnishings.
Address: 240 W Freemason Street Norfolk VA
1 757 623-9814
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The aim of the Essex County Museum is to inspire an interest in further research and appreciation of the unique traditions that are a part of Essex County.
Address: 218 Water Lane Tappahannock VA USA
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The James A. Fields House
The James A.Fields House was built in the early 1800's and is the site of the first black hospital in the city of Newport News. It is Italianate architecture and open to the public for tours, Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-4pm.
Address: 617-27th Street Newport News VA USA 23607
Send an Email 1 757 245-1991
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Chippokes Farm and Forestry Museum can be found in Surry, about 12 miles southwest of Williamsburg, VA. This museum showcases artifacts and history from mid-nineteenth century Virginia, and endeavours to educate visitors on Virginia's storied past.
Address: Route 634 Surry VA USA
1 757 294-3625
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Colonial Williamsburg is the world's largest outdoor living history museum. This 173-acre area features over 500 public buildings, homes, stores, and taverns. Preserving this 18th century center through programs and activities focusing on archaeology, demonstrations, and a conservation of arts.
Address: PO Box 1776 Williamsburg VA 23187-1776
Send an Email (36) 800-HISTORY
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