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Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center
Williamsburg, Virginia

Art, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Library, Nature Centers, Park, Specialized

The oldest institution in the country devoted exclusively to collecting, exhibiting, and researching American Folk Art.

Agecroft Hall
Richmond, Virginia

Arboretum, Art, Culture, History, Historic House, Library, Park

Agecroft Hall, an historic 15th century Tudor manor house, was dismantled and rebuilt in 1926 on 23 acres of gardens and grounds overlooking the James River.

Art Works, Inc. Studios & Galleries
Richmond, Virginia

Art, Children's, Culture

Art Works represents over 100 Virginia artists as well as national and international artists in monthly shows. There are 75 studios and 5 galleries at Art Works. Many artists work in their studios; some use their studios as mini-galleries. The public is welcome to spend an afternoon viewing art, visiting with artists and can even see art being made. Children are welcome and can make art at the art-activity table. The public is invited to our monthly all-media, juried art shows, the forth Friday of each month and are encouraged to participate in our programs, shows and events.

Art Works provides an outreach program to children in the neighborhood. This program, Children’s Art in the Neighborhood (CAN) is free and open to children ages 6 – 15.

Avoca Museum and Historical Society
Altavista, Virginia

Arboretum, Cemetery, Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Military, Park

Avoca, the principal architectural landmark of the Town of Altavista, is an American Queen Anne-style house, designed by architect J.M.B. Lewis and built in 1901. Designated a Virginia Historic Landmark and listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Avoca is the home site of Revolutionary Patriot Colonel Charles Lynch.

Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County
The Plains, Virginia

Culture, History

This museum and genealogical resource center is dedicated to the preservation and sharing of African American history and heritage.

Appalachian Regional Studies Center at Radford University
Radford, Virginia

Culture, History, University

A division of Radford University's College of Arts and Sciences, the center sponsors local academic and regional service programs as well as print, audio, and visual materials exploring Appalachian Studies and Literature.

Ash Lawn-Highland
Charlottesville, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House

Ash Lawn-Highland's visitors enjoy Monroe's elegantly furnished "cabin-castle," his working plantation complete with farm animals and colonial craft demonstrations. Special events occur year round.

MUSEUM CONFERENCES

West Virginia Association of Museums 2024 Conference

June 6 - 8, 2024

Shepherdstown, West Virginia

West Virginia Association of Museums 2024 Conference

Thursday, June 6 - Saturday, June 8, 2024

Shepherd University

Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Hosted by: West Virginia Association of Museums

Our 2024 WVAM Conference will be held at Shepherd Universit

in Shepherdstown, WV on June 6-8, 2024

WVAM conference is a program of papers, presentations, workshops, and poster sessions addressing our theme of “America at 250: West Virginia Plans for the Semiquincentennial.”

Ohio Museums Association 2024 Conference with AMM

July 24 - August 3, 2024

Columbus, Ohio

Ohio Museums Association 2024 Conference with AMM

Wednesday, July 24 - Saturday, August 3, 2024

Hilton Columbus at Easton

Columbus, Ohio

Hosted by: Ohio Museums Association

We’ll kick off the event with a virtual day on Wednesday, July 24, hosted in collaboration with the Association of Midwest Museums (AMM). Then, we’ll gather in-person at the Hilton Columbus at Easton from July 31-August 3 for sessions, networking, and museum exploration. See the conference listing for Association of Midwest Museums for more deetails.

South Carolina Federation of Museums 2024 Conference

September 16 - 18, 2024

Laurens, South Carolina

South Carolina Federation of Museums 2024 Conference

Monday, September 16 - Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Laurens County Museum

Laurens, South Carolina

Hosted by: South Carolina Federation of Museums

The SCFM Annual Conference is a time where we can celebrate the impact that museums have made on the state of South Carolina. It’s a time where we can share our successes, learn from our challenges, and grow as museum professionals.

We look forward to this year's conference September 16-18, 2024 in Laurens, SC. This year's theme is Fostering Community: There is No Museum Without "Us."

For more information, please call !!! or email scfm@scmuseums.org ;.

Museums Alaska: 2024 Conference

September 25 - 28, 2024

Fairbanks, Alaska

Museums Alaska: 2024 Conference

Wednesday, September 25 - Saturday, September 28, 2024

Wedgewood Resort

Fairbanks, Alaska

Hosted by: Museums Alaska

Theme: Building Communit

Forge connections with peers, share successes, and tackle challenges together. This biennial event leaves museum professionals feeling inspired

Gain insights, strategies, and practical wisdom for elevating your museum or cultural center's influence

Participate in hands-on workshops designed to turn inspiration into actionable strategies. Leave with the tools you need to grow, learn, and make a difference.

Florida Association of Museums 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition

October 13 - 16, 2024

Daytona Beach, Florida

Florida Association of Museums 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition

Sunday, October 13 - Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach, Florida

Hosted by: Florida Association of Museums

FAM 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition will be held

October 13 – 16 in Daytona Beach!!

Please hold these dates. Watch our FAM website for more conference details.

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