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  2. 2025 ODU MathFest Scavenger Hunt

    A FREE Math Event for kids in 3rd-8th grades in Hampton Roads!

    June 25, 2025
  3. Member Swap: YMCA and The Virginia Living Museum

    During the month of April 2023, members of the YMCA (YMCA of South Hampton Roads AND Peninsula Metropolitan YMCA) can enjoy a Membership Swap with The Virginia Living Museum!

    April 4, 2023
  4. Explore the Dinosaur Discovery Trail at the Virginia Living Museum

    If your active child loves DINOSAURS, don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Dinosaur Trail at The Virginia Living Museum!

    January 13, 2023
  6. Winter Break Fun: Special Events at the Virginia Living Museum

    More special events to keep everyone busy over Winter Break!

    December 21, 2022
  7. Discounted Admission to the Virginia Living Museum!

    Save the Date to celebrate the Museum’s 56th birthday with a reduced $5.60 admission!

    November 2, 2022
  8. Military Family Appreciation Weekend at Virginia Living Museum

    Our partners at the Virginia Living Museum have a great promotion for Military Families this weekend in honor of Military Child Month! This weekend, May 14-15, 2022 the museum will offer half-price admission for children and adults.

    May 12, 2022
  10. Reptiles and Amphibians Weekend at The VLM

    This weekend is all about reptiles and amphibians at The Virginia Living Museum! 

    March 21, 2022
  11. Dino On The Loose!

    If your active child loves DINOSAURS you won’t want to miss this event! Head over to the Virginia Living Museum for a dinosaur parade, photo ops and more!

    October 14, 2021
  12. Virtual Visits to The Virginia Living Museum

    With the Virginia Living Museum closed through April 23, enjoy the next best thing to being there: "Natural Education" online from the museum!

    May 20, 2020
  14. Reminder – Follow The Drinking Gourd (FREE Program!)

    “Follow the Drinking Gourd” is shown FREE on Saturdays at 4:30pm in February. (museum admission not required or included)

    February 14, 2020
  15. Turkey Pardon Event at The Virginia Living Museum

    Don’t miss the 9th year of the Wild Turkey Pardon when the resident VLM wild turkey will be pardoned in a ceremony held on the Virginia Living Museum’s outdoor trail beside the Turkey/Deer Habitat!

    November 25, 2019
  16. Date Night: Bacchus Wine & Food Festival

    The Virginia Living Museum’s 14th Annual Bacchus Wine & Food Festival – a 2018 Best of Hampton Roads event – supports science education at the Museum.

    January 25, 2019
  18. Sharks! at Virginia Living Museum

    Come check out special programing dedicated to these powerful predators.

    July 13, 2018
  19. Experience "Night of the Living Museum"!

    This weekend our partners at Virginia Living Museum are throwing their 18th Annual Family Friendly Halloween Bash – "Night Of The Living Museum". This event is perfect for the younger kids (12 and under) and costumes are encouraged!

    October 20, 2017
  20. Dinosaurs at The Virginia Living Museum

    Have you heard? Dinosaurs are back in town at The Virginia Living Museum!

    May 18, 2016
  22. Family Event – Garden Fest at the Virginia Living Museum

    The Virginia Living Museum is an advertising partner of MyActiveChild.com. Head on over to celebrate Garden Fest at the Virginia Living Museum this Sunday! Where: Virginia Living Museum 524 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News…

    April 20, 2016
  23. Member Swap: The Virginia Zoo and The Virginia Living Museum!

    A nice offer for savings coming up from The Virginia Zoo and The Virginia Living Museum!

    February 27, 2016
  24. Now Open: BIG BUGS at The Virginia Living Museum

    Do your kids LOVE Bugs? Mine do! Don’t miss the BIG BUGS Exhibit that is now open at The Virginia Living Museum.

    January 1, 2016
  26. Professor Parsnip’s Lab of Healthy Choices

    This Saturday head over to the Virginia Living Museum to see "Professor Parsnip’s Lab of Healthy Choices" performed by Bright Star Touring Theatre, a national professional touring theatre company based in Asheville, NC.

    November 5, 2015
  27. Monarch Fest this Weekend!

    Monarch butterfly crafts, activities and learning opportunities, plus help release tagged monarchs for their journey to Mexico.

    October 1, 2015
  28. Last Weekend – Member Appreciation Days at VLM

    Last chance for these special events and a special renewal offer from The Virginia Living Museum!

    September 24, 2015
  30. Baby Snowy Egret Streaming on the Virginia Living Museum’s Egretcam!

    Take a moment to check out these four Snowy Egret babies through the lens of the Virginia Living Museum’s streaming Egretcam!

    July 28, 2015
  31. FrogWatch USA

    Hop on over to the Virginia Living Museum this Saturday for frogs – and for special crafts and activities.

    July 23, 2015
  32. Reminder- VersAbility Family Fun Night For Families and Children with Disabilities

    Families are invited to enjoy the exhibits while meeting other families in a supportive environment. Please pass this information on to families who may want to attend!

    June 26, 2015
  34. Exhibit at Virginia Living Museum: Frogs – A Chorus of Colors

    If your child is interested in FROGS make sure you check out this exhibit open at The Virginia Living Museum through September 7th!

    June 8, 2015