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Camera Heritage Museum
Staunton, Virginia

History, Science, Specialized

The Camera Heritage Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which houses and displays over 4500 cameras and accessories.

Camp Winnebago
Reston, Virginia

Cape Charles Historical Society
Cape Charles, Virginia

Historical Society

Located in an old power plant, where one of the original engine-generators remains on permanent exhibit. Other exhibits feature town history including railroads, schools, homes, etc.

Capitol Square Preservation Council
Richmond, Virginia

History

Capitol Square Preservation Council 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.

Carlyle House Historic Park
Alexandria, Virginia

Historic House

Built 1751 - 1753, the house is the only stone Palladian mansion in Alexandria. Period furnishings and historical interpretation reveal the life of one of Alexandria's founders, John Carlisle. Guided tours explore topics of merchants, slavery and servants, town property, and the family life of the Colonial Virginia Aristocracy. Gardens on premises. Administered by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority.

Carroll County Historical Society and Museum
Hillsville, Virginia

Historical Society

The Society's mission is to collect, preserve and display artifacts related to Carroll County, Virginia.

Carter's Grove
Williamsburg, Virginia

Art, Historic House

This structure houses two museums. Carter's Grove, a James River plantation with a history spanning 400 years. The house was built in the 1750s by Carter Burwell and was restored to the Colonial Revival style in the 1930s by Mr. and Mrs. Archibald McRea. The Archaeology museum is a permanent collection of early 17th century Native American artifacts excavated from the Wolstenholme Towne site. Operated by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.

Cedar Creek Battlefield Fndn.
Middletown, Virginia

History

Cedar Creek Battlefield Fndn. in Middletown, 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.

Center in the Square
Roanoke, Virginia

Art, History, Nature Centers, Science

The Center in the Square supports the arts and sciences by providing free housing, utilities, maintenance, marketing, and custodial services for seven cultural organizations.

Central Rappahannock Heritage Center
Fredericksburg, Virginia

Church, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Military, Specialized

The Central Rappahannock Heritage Center, Inc. is the nation's first regional archives dedicated to preserving for research and posterity materials documenting the lives and work of the people.The center is a grass-roots history archive for Fredericksburg and the Counties of Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and King George.

Camp William B. Snyder & Cub World
Haymarket, Virginia

Children's, Nature Centers

If you're looking for a great adventure...it starts at Camp William B. Snyder!!! The 350-acre Camp William B. Snyder, located in Haymarket, Virginia is the latest and greatest camping experience offered by the National Capital Area Council and the Boy Scouts of America. Camp Snyder, now operating in our 3rd year serves as a multi-functional camp that can meet the needs of Packs, Troops, Venture Crews, Varsity Teams, and other outside organizations looking to develop a partnership or quality outdoor experience.

Campbell County Historical Society
Rustburg, Virginia

Historical Society

Campbell County Historical Society in Rustburg, 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.

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.

Car and Carriage Caravan Museum
Luray, Virginia

History

The museum unfolds transportation from 1725 to 1941. Collections include the oldest carriage on display, a Portuguese Nobility Carriage, and one of the oldest cars on display in America, an 1892 Mercedes-Benz. Part of Luray Caverns.

Carpenter Center for the Peforming Arts
Richmond, Virginia

Art

Carpenter Center for the Peforming Arts 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.

Carter Family Memorial Music Ctr.
Hiltons, Virginia

Art

Carter Family Memorial Music Ctr. in Hiltons, 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.

Catholic Historical Society for the Roanoke Valley
Roanoke, Virginia

Historical Society

Catholic Historical Society for the Roanoke Valley in Roanoke, 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.

Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas
Manassas, Virginia

Art

The center is dedicated to utilizing the arts to improve the quality of life for all ages through year-round classes, concerts, exhibits, performances, summer theater camps, and outreach programs for at-risk youth.

Central Library
Arlington, Virginia

Library

Central Library in Arlington, 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.

Charles City County Center for Local History
Charles City, Virginia

History

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