I had the opportunity to visit a wonderful museum last week and it gave me the idea for a new section on this post. About once a month, this website will feature a blog post that focuses on introducing a little-known museum. We will include pictures, tips for visiting, do-no-miss exhibits and a brief review. We are always interested in new ideas, so if you are interested in writing or have an idea, simply email and let us know!
Our first feature:
The Children's Museum of Virginia
Location: Portsmouth, Virginia
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm; Sunday 11am - 5pm
Price: From $5-12, depending on age
Website: http://childrensmuseumvirginia.com/
Located about 1.5 hours south of Richmond, Virginia, The Children's Museum is truly a museum the focuses on children, both in programming as well as in the physical building. I would personally argue that this is the true genius of this museum.
As soon as you walk in you are greeted with warm, bright colors. The museum is not large but of a good size where children can easily access the whole museum in one trip before naptime, or can spend their time carefully exploring one or two exhibits. The exhibits themselves focus on the local area in Portsmouth and Norfolk as well as every day activities and environments that children encounter. While you and your family check out the map kiosk and decide what to do first, your child can practice moving shipping containers on and off of freight boats.
Immediately to the right on the first floor is the train exhibit. Donated by
