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Adam Thoroughgood House
Virginia Beach, Virginia

General, History, Historic House

Reopened in May 2011 after extensive restoration, the Adam Thoroughgood House has long been the subject of study and debate.

Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Art, History, Nature Centers, Science

The museum is located in the Dewitt Cottage, which was built in 1895 and is listed on National Register of Historic Places. The Museum's goal is to preserve, promote, perpetuate, and exhibit historical wildfowl artifacts, the wildfowling heritage of the region, and to actively promote interest in the wildfowling arts. Visitors enjoy a seaside garden.

Cape Henry Lighthouse
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Children's, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Nature Centers, Park, Science

The first federally funded lighthouse, was built to guide maritime commerce at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. It is standing near the “First Landing” site where English settlers arrived in 1607. It has stood sentinel since it was completed in 1792. Authorized by George Washington and overseen by Alexander Hamilton. Designed by New York architect John McComb. In active use for nearly a century before being replaced by a new cast iron lighthouse still standing nearby. It is one of the oldest surviving lighthouses in the United States.

Contemporary Art Center Of Virginia
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Art

Contemporary Art Center Of Virginia in Virginia Beach, 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.

Lynnhaven House-APVA
Virginia Beach, Virginia

History, Historic House

Lynnhaven is a small, stately brick house, c. 1725, with period furnishings and tours led by costumed docents. The site consists of 5.5 acres with flower and vegetable gardens, a small Revolutionary War graveyard and a gift shop.

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Aquarium, Nature Centers, Science

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center in Virginia Beach, 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.

City of Virginia Beach Dept. of Museums and Cultural Arts
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Art

City of Virginia Beach Dept. of Museums and Cultural Arts in Virginia Beach, 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.

Francis Land House Historic Site and Gardens
Virginia Beach, Virginia

History, Historic House

The Francis Land House Historic Site and Gardens is a seven acre site that features a 200 year old plantation home, beautiful gardens, flowers and trees, and a wooded area. It is conveniently located along a major thoroughfare and near many restuarants and shopping opportunities. The Francis Land House is an educational institution that offers tours, exhibits and programs related to the history of Virginia Beach with particular emphasis on the colonial and federal eras.

Upper Wolfsnare Plantation
Virginia Beach, Virginia

History

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Virginia Beach Planetarium
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Planetarium

Virginia Beach Planetarium in Virginia Beach, 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.

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Hosted by: West Virginia Association of Museums

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