New immersive film explores America’s breathtaking landscapes and the importance of protecting them for future generations.

Newport News, VA (Date) – This Veterans Day, the Virginia Living Museum invites guests to experience the natural beauty of our nation like never before with the premiere of  America the Beautiful in the Abbitt Planetarium.

Debuting November 11 as part of a special limited nationwide engagement celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary, America the Beautiful is a sweeping new cinematic experience created for IMAX® and Giant Screen theaters. The film is narrated by Emmy® Award-winning actor Kelsey Grammer (“Frasier”) and directed by Emmy and Critic’s Choice nominated Jennifer Casey (“Extreme Weather” “The Last Wright”).

America the Beautiful is a visually stunning and emotionally powerful film designed to inspire audiences across the country. The film transports viewers into the nation’s most breathtaking landscapes, from towering mountains and expansive plains to vital waterways and coastal ecosystems, while highlighting the people working to protect them.

For the Virginia Living Museum, the film’s message hits close to home. Inspiring people to discover, care for, and protect the natural world has been at the heart of the Museum’s mission for 60 years. This special showing offers guests another opportunity to explore the beauty of our natural world and consider the role we all play in protecting it.

Honoring Those Who Serve

In recognition of Veterans Day on November 11, the Virginia Living Museum is proud to honor our military community with special offers as a thank-you for their service.

• $5 off Museum admission per ticket for up to four guests, available in person with a valid military ID.
• 11% off purchases in the Museum Store with a valid military ID.

Looking to experience America the Beautiful? Planetarium tickets are sold separately from Museum admission, but Museum members enjoy free daytime planetarium shows as part of their membership benefits!

America the Beautiful will be shown daily in the Abbitt Planetarium from November 11–25. Showtimes and ticket information are available on the Abbitt Planetarium webpage.

America the Beautiful is produced by Mission Partners Entertainment Group, in association with the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation, and funded by America The Beautiful Foundation. Chris Dorsey and Charlie Potter serve as executive producers.

For more information about the film, visit americathebeautifulmovie.com.