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Walter Reed Birthplace
Gloucester, Virginia

History, Historic House

Dr. Walter Reed, famous U. S. Army physician and medical hero of the Spanish-American War, was born here on September 13, 1851. The small, two-room and loft building was built prior to 1850. The Reed family lived here while they awaited construction of the manse. Reed's father was a Methodist minister for a nearby church. Located at the intersection of routes 616 and 614 is a small mid 19th century building authentically furnished. It is significant because it represents the early small rural dwellings once so common to Tidewater Virginia. One-story, three-bay, frame gable-roofed dwelling covered with white weather boarding and set on short brick piers.

Warrenton Antiquarian Society
Casanova, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House

Weston, located in the village of Casanova, VA, is Fauquier County's most completely preserved 19th century farmstead and an American treasure.

White House of the Confederacy
Richmond, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House, Military

Built in 1818, this National Historic Landmark served as the Confederate Executive Mansion during the war. Guided tours of the restored house–the elegant public rooms as well as the private living quarters–explore the lives of the people who lived and worked there.

William King Museum
Abingdon, Virginia

Art, Culture, History, Historic House

William King Museum is the only facility of its kind serving Southwest Virginia, Northeast Tennessee, Western North Carolina and South Eastern Kentucky. Located in Abingdon, Virginia, this non-profit regional art museum and arts education center is Virginia’s only nationally accredited museum west of Roanoke. The Museum is a Partner of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and is a member of , the Virginia Association of Museums.

Walton's Mountain Museum
Schuyler, Virginia

History, Historic House

The museum features six Rooms of Walton memorabilia including the Ike Godseys country store. A video and guided tours are available.

Washington Heritage Museums
Fredericksburg, Virginia

History, Historic House

Washington Heritage Museums is a 501(c)3 membership organization established to assume ownership and management of four historic house museums in downtown Fredericksburg: Mary Washington House, Hugh Mercer Apothecary, St. James' House and Rising Sun Tavern.

Wilderness Road Regional Museum
Dublin, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society

The Wilderness Road Regional Museum is located in historic Newbern, Virginia. Newbern, located in Pulaski County, had its official beginning March 3, 1810, when Adam Hance laid off 28 lots fronting on the Wilderness Road. Because of its early significance, Newbern was placed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Staunton, Virginia

Historic House

The Museum galleries guide you through Wilson's public life, from his Princeton study to his historic Great War peace efforts. Serving from 1913 to 1921 as the 28th President of the United States, Woodrow Wilson is considered one of the greatest Presidents and the nation's first international leader. Woodrow Wilson's Birthplace depicts the Civil War, Presbyterian life in the Shenandoah Valley and houses the Woodrow Wilson Museum. Collections include his own personal limosine (Pierce Arrow) given to him by friends after he left office, there is also an education center and research library.

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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