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On exhibit at VMNH through November 7, 2026, Water/Ways reveals the central nature of water in our lives through compelling text, imagery, interactives, and videos.
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SCIENTIFIC SPECIMENS
Holotypes in the museum's recent invertebrates collection
NEW SPECIES
Species new to science that VMNH staff, past and present, are directly responsible for naming
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People reached through educational programming since January 2021
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Fire dancers, magic shows, stilt walkers, carnival games, costume contests, food trucks and a beer garden are just some of the attractions set to take over the Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) on Saturday, October 24 from 4 to 10 p.m., when Bonez & Booz returns for an evening of Halloween thrills.
Please Visit Us Soon
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 4pm
Sunday: Noon to 4pm (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend only)
Monday: Closed
Admission:
$12 for ages 18-59
$6 for ages 3-17, seniors 60+, and college students
FREE for children under 3, museum members, members of ASTC Passport participating institutions, and EBT cardholders
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