Adam Thoroughgood House
This dwelling illustrates the transition from Virginia?s temporary frontier structures of the early 17th century to the more permanent, gentry houses of the 18th century. It stands on land obtained in 1636 by Adam Thoroughgood,... hmdb.org
Hermitage Museum And Gardens
The Hermitage Museum and Gardens, an early 20th century estate of the Sloane family, offers an outstanding presentation of architecture, art, and nature. Docent-led tours on the hour. Visitors may leisurely stroll the water... virginia.org
Nauticus
Nauticus, a maritime science museum, celebrates the economic, naval, and natural power of the sea. It features hands-on exhibits, wide-screen high-definition films, theaters with live actors, shark touch, and national-calib... virginia.org
Virginia Sports Hall Of Fame
There is much more to being an athlete than wearing a number. Behind each victory is a story of personal struggles overcome and challenges faced. There is much more to being a hero than product endorsement. Each legend re... museumland.net
Lightship Portsmouth Museum
Lightships were floating lighthouses. They were anchored at the entrances to ports, bays and outer limits to off-lying danger areas such as shoals and reefs. These vessels served as aids to navigation. Lightships were originall... hmdb.org
Military Aviation Museum
The Military Aviation Museum, located at the Virginia Beach Airport is home to one of the largest private collections of World War 2 and Korean War era fighters, bombers, trainers and seaplanes. Many aircraft have been full... virginia.org
Portsmouth Lightship Museum
The Portsmouth Lightship Museum was commissioned in 1915 and has since been restored to its original condition. In 1989, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. Visitors can board the vessel and see how the men of t... virginia.org
The Macarthur Memorial
Located in Norfolk's restored 1850 city hall, the MacArthur Memorial traces the life and military career of General of the Army Douglas MacArthur and honors those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Highlight... virginia.org
The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum
If you're interested in local or naval history, or memorabilia from a centuries-old Southern port, you'll find the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum a delight. Established in 1949 within the nation's oldest shipyard, the Nor... virginia.org
Jewish Museum & Cultural Center
This Colonial-Revival style building was once home to Chevra T'helim Synagogue, Its interior represents a rare surviving example of East European Jewish Orthodoxy. It is recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preserv... virginia.org
The Norfolk History Museum
The Norfolk History Museum at the Willoughby-Baylor House, 601 East Freemason Street, was built in 1794 by Captain William Willoughby, a descendant of English immigrant Captain Thomas Willoughby I, who was the recipient of ... virginia.org
Virginia Air & Space Center
Any aspiring astronauts, pilots, or simply lovers of the open air will truly love a trip to the Virginia Air and Space Center. This is the visitor center of NASA's Langley Research Center and Langley Air Force Base. Its... grandparents.com
African American Heritage Sites In Hampton
Explore Hampton's rich African American heritage at sites throughout the 400-year-old city. See Old Point Comfort,where the first Africans arrived in Virginia and Fort Monroe or "Freedom's Fortress," where runaway slaves we... virginia.org
Hampton History Museum
Experience 4 centuries of national history and view how Hampton evolved as "America's Gateway" from Native American days to the Space Age. 10 galleries arranged in chronological order share the beginning of the Virginia Col... virginia.org
The Newsome House Museum & Cultural Center
The restored 1899 home of the African-American attorney J. Thomas Newsome and his wife Mary Winfield Newsome. Newsome was a respected attorney, journalist, churchman and civic leader and a member of the postwar Civil War so... virginia.org