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Andalo’s Library

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

Join Andalo and local authors as we share a book reading and activity! Readings at 11AM, 1PM and 2PM.

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!

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

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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 […]

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 […]

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. Event Times: 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm

Second Saturdays: Dog Days of Summer

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

Explore the sky with us as we learn about summer constellations and the dog days of summer! From stargazing to pets to hot dogs, there is a lot to learn!

Member Night

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

Don't miss Member Night at the Children's Museum of Virginia. Enjoy face painting, crafts, planetarium shows, and even a visit from Daniel Tiger. Member nights are a chance for Portsmouth Museums member families to have the museum all to themselves for a night of fun. Grab your tickets by clicking below and join us!

Second Saturdays: Grrrrr-ific Neighbors!

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

Meet neighbors who work and help in our community every day! Learn about their jobs and how to be a good neighbor.

Second Saturdays: Out of this World!

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

Get ready to explore space with Andalo! Help plan a mission and as we learn about space.