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Noon New Year’s Eve

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

Grab the kids and join in our festive “Noon Year’s Eve Bash” on the Children’s Museum Mall, complete with party favor decorating, face painting, a juice box toast, a glittery noon ball drop and more. Young partiers can enjoy the countdown and celebrate with fun New Year’s festivities and activities – all with no risk […]

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Toddler Days

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

School is back in session and it’s a great time for toddlers to play in the museum – explore some exhibits, see a planetarium show, make a craft, and more!

Second Saturdays: SNOW Much Fun

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

You aren’t going to want to miss this weekend’s winter extravaganza! A visit from Elsa & Anna! (11AM-1PM) Sock Skating Melted Snowman Making Igloo Building Hot Cocoa Craft Winter Tattoos Snow Outside MLK day story time in the REACH library

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Homeschool Day

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

Join us for a day dedicated to homeschooling families. Activities include workshops, demonstrations, sample classes, educational games, and planetarium shows. Visit https://childrensmuseumvirginia.com/education/homeschool-programs/ for details and ticket information.

Member Night Preview of The Pigeon Comes to Portsmouth

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

Museum Members, bring the whole family to enjoy a themed night and preview of The Pigeon Comes To Portsmouth: A Mo Willems Exhibit. It’s our new, limited-time exhibit, inspired by the art and characters of beloved children’s book author and illustrator Mo Willems. Our night of fun includes: Planetarium short – "Waiting Isn't Easy" by Mo […]

Second Saturdays: Black History Now

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

Join us for Second Saturdays at the Children's Museum. Celebrate Black History Now with Andalo.

Black History Now – Art That Changes the World with Nikkolas Smith

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

Join us for an inspiring event at the Children’s Museum of Virginia with renowned Artivist (Artist & Activist) Nikkolas Smith! Nikkolas will share his incredible journey of using art to make a difference in the world.Nikkolas is a dynamic Concept Artist, Children’s Books Author, Film Illustrator (Judas and the Black Messiah, Space Jam II, Black Panther […]

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Black History Now at the Children’s Museum

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

Discover African American scientists and their significant contributions during the month of February. Their profiles will be featured throughout the museum and experiments related to their work will be highlighted in S.T.E.M. Studio each weekend.

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Second Saturdays

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

Mark your calendars! Join Andalo on the second Saturday of each month for new themes, activities, and adventures.

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Special Needs Sundays

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

Join us on select Sundays for children with special needs and their families 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 of visitors. […]

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The Pigeon Comes To Portsmouth: A Mo Willems EXHIBIT

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

The Pigeon Comes to Portsmouth: A Mo Willems exhibit is inspired by the art and characters of the beloved children’s book author and illustrator, Mo Willems. Visitors are invited into the imagination, whimsy, and humor of Mo Willems. Many familiar characters will be featured, including best friend duo Elephant and Piggie, faithful companion Knuffle Bunny, and […]

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Women’s History Month

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

Honor the Trailblazers that came before us during the month of March. Discover their talents by participating in weekend activities that may include S.T.E.M. activities, crafts, stories, special guests, and more. Included with admission. Activities are held in two 2 hour sessions 10am - 12pm and 1 - 3pm