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Toddler Days at the Children’s Museum of Virginia

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

It’s a great time for toddler time in the museum! After winter break, the big kids are back in school and we’ll have sock skating, the toddler gym equipment, special crafts, STEM activities, music sing – a – longs and toddler ballet! —all yours to explore. Advanced tickets required.

Second Saturday: The Unsung Heroes of American Popular Music

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

Curtis Blues –11AM, 1PM, 2PM The Unsung Heroes of American Popular Music - An interactive music program celebrating the lives of the African American musicians who gave modern Popular music its distinctive beats and rhythms. Performance includes unusual instruments from the history of American music and is suitable for all ages. Curtis Blues is a […]

Andalo’s Library

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

Enjoy a reading and activity of Andalo’s favorite books about Martin Luther King Jr at 11AM, 1PM and 2PM.

A Special Day for Special Needs – Resource Fair

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

Join us for our Community Resource Fair! Visit various community organizations and take advantage of their resources and offerings. The Children’s Museum of Virginia provides children with special needs and their families with a fun experience in a less overwhelming environment. The museum hopes to alleviate any stress by providing adapted programs and exhibits as […]

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STEAM Studio Black Scientists & Artists Series

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

Visit the Children’s Museum of Virginia each Saturday and Sunday and discover the contributions of black scientists and artists through interactive STEAM activities, experiments, and play.

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 […]