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STORYLAND: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Don’t miss this interactive traveling exhibit, on loan from the Children’s Museum of Minnesota, that lets kids step into the world of their favorite picture books. Make snow angels in The Snowy Day, explore an oversized alphabet playground in Chicka Chicka Boom Boom & more! Featured books brought to life in this exhibit: The Tale […]

Annual Bunny Hop 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run

Portsmouth, VA

The Portsmouth Museums Foundation is pleased to announce that our annual Bunny Hop 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run will be held on Saturday April 1, 2023 and will benefit the Children’s Museum of Virginia! Enjoy a flat, fast, picturesque course along the Portsmouth waterfront. After the 5K, join us in the Atlantic Union […]

Nano Day

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

The Children’s Museum of Virginia welcomes back staff and students from Norfolk State University to host Nano Day. Discover the smallest science of plants and butterflies, sunscreens, and computer magnets with experiments, demonstrations, games, and more. Included with admission.

Second Saturdays: Spring Into Fun!

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Join Andalo as we explore spring through the eyes of Peter Rabbit and our Storyland friends. Learn about gardens, the seasons, and more!

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Sensory Sundays

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Sensory Sundays – the second Sunday of each month – are a time to enjoy the museum with reduced lights, sounds and guests. It’s perfect for kids with sensitivities or just a preference for calm. Second Sundays are offered to promote inclusivity. We want to share the fun with everyone! Tickets available online only.

Second Saturdays: Andalo’s Favorite Books

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Enjoy reading and activity of Andalo’s favorite books or meet a local author as they share their stories! Reading Times: 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm

A Special Day for Special Needs

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

The Children’s Museum of Virginia provides children with special needs and their families the opportunity to visit the museum in a less overwhelming environment. The museum hopes to alleviate any stress by providing a special date and time for them to enjoy the museum through adapted programs and exhibits as well as a reduced number […]

Second Saturdays: Andalo’s Birthday!

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

It’s a Birthday Party! Celebrate with Andalo as we make party hats, play party games, enjoy a special treat.