Virginia Museum of Natural History

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As the state’s museum of natural history serving the entire Commonwealth and beyond, VMNH has award-winning exhibits, ground-breaking scientific research and collections, and innovative educational programs for all ages. With its outreach education programs, online resources, and traveling exhibits and displays, the Virginia Museum of Natural History is truly an institution without walls. VMNH Mis

sion: To interpret Virginia's natural heritage within a global context in ways that are relevant to all citizens of the Commonwealth.

It's official! Welcome to the newest member of the museum's Research & Collections team, Dr. Jackson Roberts! As the mu...
06/16/2026

It's official! Welcome to the newest member of the museum's Research & Collections team, Dr. Jackson Roberts!

As the museum's new Assistant Curator of Herpetology, Jackson is set to play a leading role in researching the reptiles and amphibians residing right here in the Commonwealth.

With a particular interest in snakes and reptile parasites, Jackson completed his dissertation on the snakes of New Guinea at the Louisiana State University Museum of Natural Science, and he comes to VMNH by way of the Sternberg Museum of Natural History in Hays, Kansas, where he served as Zoology Collections Manager.

Welcome aboard, Jackson! We're excited to have you as part of the VMNH team!

⌚️Time's a runnin' out! Our camps for ages 6-8 are officially SOLD OUT, but the adventure isn't over yet! A few spaces ...
06/15/2026

⌚️Time's a runnin' out!

Our camps for ages 6-8 are officially SOLD OUT, but the adventure isn't over yet! A few spaces are still available for next week's "Camp-ology" (ages 9-11) and the July 27-31 "Junior Detective Camp" (also for ages 9–11). Don't let your child miss the chance to join the fun — register before these final spots disappear!

To learn more and register online today, visit www.vmnh.net/education/summer-adventure-camps! Full scholarships are available for those whose qualify!

Time is running out to travel back to the Age of Dinosaurs! The museum’s roaring special exhibit, "The Age of Dinosaurs"...
06/12/2026

Time is running out to travel back to the Age of Dinosaurs! The museum’s roaring special exhibit, "The Age of Dinosaurs", stomps into extinction on July 25 — the very same day as Dino Festival 2026 comes to a close. Don’t miss your chance to walk among these icons of the ancient past before they disappear...again!

🔥 It's going to be a scorcher, but don't sweat it! Cool off Friday at the museum, where we're throwing open the doors w...
06/11/2026

🔥 It's going to be a scorcher, but don't sweat it!

Cool off Friday at the museum, where we're throwing open the doors with surprise FREE admission for all!

Escape the heat, explore amazing exhibits, and enjoy a day of discovery on us!

50,000 bottles saved! The museum's 2nd floor water refill station has officially saved 50,000 bottles! The refill stat...
06/10/2026

50,000 bottles saved!

The museum's 2nd floor water refill station has officially saved 50,000 bottles!

The refill station is just one of many sustainable improvements the museum has made in recent years in an effort to champion energy efficiency and resource conservation.

Associate Curator of Paleontology Dr. Adam Pritchard and Paleontology Research Technician Lucy Treado were thrilled to g...
06/09/2026

Associate Curator of Paleontology Dr. Adam Pritchard and Paleontology Research Technician Lucy Treado were thrilled to get the call to help the Caroline County Library kick-off it's 2026 Summer Reading program yesterday at the Caroline County Visitor's Center!

The duo provided a wealth of info — and incredible specimens — highlighting the amazing volume of ancient marine (and terrestrial) fossils that the Martin Marietta quarry in Caroline County has yielded for decades, including the discovery of an extinct species of whale, Eobalaenoptera harrisoni! 🐋

The Cynthia Eanes Gray Memorial Pollinator Garden is beaming bright today — just like its namesake always did!
06/03/2026

The Cynthia Eanes Gray Memorial Pollinator Garden is beaming bright today — just like its namesake always did!

Summer Adventure Camp season is in full swing! Gleeful excitement could be heard coming from inside The Harvest Foundat...
06/02/2026

Summer Adventure Camp season is in full swing!

Gleeful excitement could be heard coming from inside The Harvest Foundation Hall of Ancient Life this afternoon as 17 curious, young explorers investigated the gallery as part of a scavenger hunt activity led by museum educator Jordan Brim!

While all camps for ages 6-8 are now full, we still have spaces (and scholarships for those who qualify) available for our upcoming camps for children ages 9-11. Follow the link below to learn more and register today!

www.vmnh.net/education/summer-adventure-camps

Goodbye, boring carpet tiles. Hello, beautiful hard flooring. New exhibit space inside the museum continues to take sha...
06/01/2026

Goodbye, boring carpet tiles. Hello, beautiful hard flooring.

New exhibit space inside the museum continues to take shape!

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21 Starling Avenue
Martinsville, VA
24112

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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+12766344141

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