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Children'S Museum of Virginia

Children'S Museum of Virginia is a children's museum in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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What is Children'S Museum of Virginia?

The Children's Museum of Virginia is the largest children's museum in the state of Virginia. It is located in Olde Town Portsmouth at 221 High Street. The museum has a planetarium and two floors of exhibits. Its antique toy and model train collection is one of the largest on the East Coast. Highlights of the museum include a life-size tug boat and house, as well as a real Hampton Roads Transit bus, the cab of a real fire truck from the Portsmouth Fire Department, and a real motorcycle from the Portsmouth Police Department.

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Museum details

Name
Children'S Museum of Virginia
Type
Children's Museum
City
Portsmouth
State
Virginia
Website
http://www.childrensmuseumva.com
IMLS Museum ID
8405100155
Coordinates
36.83530, -76.29807
What kind of museum is Children'S Museum of Virginia?

Children'S Museum of Virginia is classified as a children's museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more children's museums →

Where is Children'S Museum of Virginia located?

Children'S Museum of Virginia is located in Portsmouth, Virginia at approximately 36.83530, -76.29807. See the map above.

Does Children'S Museum of Virginia have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.childrensmuseumva.com. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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