5.0Military Aviation Museum(1.405 reviews) - Nice Place to Visit Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
Fun for the whole family!! The Military Aviation Museum is home to one of the largest flying collections of World War I and World War II era military aircraft in the world. More than 80,000 guests travel from around the world to see our rare aircraft every year, especially during our major events and air shows. Come see why the Military Aviation Museum is one of the top attractions in all of Virginia Beach - rain or shine! Take a flight in an open cockpit biplane for a once in a lifetime experience, and experience the first fifty years of flight!See more..
4.5White House of the Confederacy(1.262 reviews) - Very good Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
To ensure the health and safety of both visitors and staff, masks are required & the majority of the tour will take place outside the House. Visitors will have the opportunity to walk through the rooms on the first floor with a trained guide and take pictures. The walkthrough will conclude in the basement with a Q&A session. The White House of the Confederacy is located in downtown Richmond's historic Court End neighborhood, just a few blocks from Capitol Square. Guided tours of Jefferson Davis' executive mansion leave from the Museum lobby throughout the day and typically last around 45 minutes. The American Civil War Museum owns and maintains the White House of the Confederacy. You can visit their other Richmond location at Historic Tredegar. The Museum of the Confederacy is no longer open. It closed September 30, 2018 as we prepare to move the collection to its new home at the American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar. The new museum building will open in the spring of 2019.See more..
5.0National Museum of the Marine Corps(1.163 reviews) - Well worth your time and attention Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
The National Museum of the Marine Corps is a lasting tribute to U.S. Marines--past, present, and future. Situated on a 135-acre site adjacent to Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, and under the command of Marine Corps University, the Museum's soaring design evokes the image of the flag-raisers of Iwo Jima and beckons visitors to this 120,000-square-foot structure. World-class interactive exhibits using the most innovative technology surround visitors with irreplaceable artifacts and immerse them in the sights and sounds of Marines in action. Admission and parking are always free.See more..
4.0American Civil War Museum- Historic Tredegar(433 reviews) - A must see for Civil War buffs! Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
Founded in 1837, the historic Tredegar Iron Works was one of the country’s largest industrial sites before the Civil War and the largest in the Confederate States. Our new building houses the Museum’s visitor services desk, museum store, and our flagship exhibit, A People's Contest. It features hundreds of original artifacts, dynamic theater experiences, and compelling imagery. There is also a self-guided tour of the historic ironworks site and conversion of the historic Foundry Building into multiple-use space for meetings, weddings, and other events. The mission of The ACWM is to be the preeminent center for the exploration of the American Civil War and its legacies from multiple perspectives: Union and Confederate, enslaved and free African Americans, soldiers and civilians.See more..
4.5Military Women's Memorial(347 reviews) - Honor the women who serve(d) Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Military Museums • Monuments & Statues • Educational sites • History Museums
Dedicated in 1997, the Women's Memorial is the only major American memorial to honor women who have served in the United States military since the American Revolution. Tucked behind the memorial is the Military Women's Memorial Education Center and museum, housing exhibits and archives telling the stories of female servicemembers throughout American history. Female veterans can register their service at the memorial to ensure their contributions are preserved for decades to come. Military Women's Memorial hosts events open to the public. Check out the MWM website (www.womensmemorial.org) for more information on current exhibits and upcoming events! The Memorial marks the ceremonial entrance to Arlington National Cemetery.See more..
4.5The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox(280 reviews) - Lots of focus on individuals involved in the war and the Appomattox area Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums
Drawing from a rich collection of artifacts and documents, The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox interweaves stories of the Confederate government, the military, civilians and enslaved & free African Americans. The main exhibit details events leading up to, during and following the Civil War, with a focus on the "Appomattox Moment" where two legendary armies met for the last time. Gen. Robert E. Lee's coat and sword are featured items on display.See more..
5.0Bedford Boys Tribute Center(274 reviews) - Honoring the men to become known as the Bedford Boys Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
Located in historic Green's Drug Store downtown Bedford,this non-profit museum is dedicated to the legacies of the 38 Bedford Boys and the 19 KIA who spearheaded the Normandy invasion June 6, 1944.You will learn from the informative guided tour about the Bedford Boys you wish you knew.See more..
4.5Virginia War Museum(162 reviews) - Oh so much military stuff both big and small Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Military Museums
I was amazed at the breath and depth of items so nicely displayed. The museum is organized and arranged by US conflicts with a couple of special display rooms. Cannons and tanks are everywhere and can be found both inside and outside on their park like grounds. In addition, outside are several monuments and tributes such as: Pearl Harbor survivors, USS Scorpion, Vietnam War Veterans.See more..
4.0New Market Battlefield Military Museum(141 reviews) - Wonderful Collection of Civil War Artifacts Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Military Museums • Battlefields
Site of the 1864 Civil War Battle of New MarketSee more..
4.5Hampton Roads Naval Museum(113 reviews) - plan to be here for hours Sunday: 10:00 PM - 5:00 PM Military Museums
This is a large free museum in the Nauticus Building that covers 250 years of naval history. It consists of 3 floors and even offers an aquarium. The exhibits are great and offers amazing visual exhibits as well as lots of interesting reading material. They have several areas for the kids and the kids at heart. I had no idea it was as large as it was and we were a little rushed to see everything before they closed. There is also a self-guided tour of the battleship which was not open on the day we were there. You could spend an entire day here.See more..
Featuring the engaging National Museum of the Civil War Soldier, Tudor Hall Plantation, a recreated Military Encampment, and some of the best preserved earthworks in existence, this 424-acre park relives the life and times of a soldier during America's "War Between the States."See more..
Since its birth during the Revolutionary War in 1775, the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps has fed, clothed and equipped the U.S. Army. The Museum's 11 exhibit galleries tell the stories of how the Quartermasters have provided logistical support from Valley Forge and Little Big Horn to Iraq and Afghanistan. Some of the Museum's significant artifacts include the nation's first 50 star flag, General George Patton's World War II jeep, General Grant's Civil War saddle and General Eisenhower's World War II field quarters. Others include uniforms, flags, weapons, horse equipment; food preparation, mortuary affairs, water, petroleum and air delivery equipment. The Museum's 26,000 artifacts make it the fourth largest Army museum in the country.See more..
Overall I enjoyed my visit. It is free but you must go online to request a reservation/day/time - recommend you do this way in advance. When entering you go through security snd then a volunteer guide will give you a brochure and a brief overview. There is a 13-minute film you may want to see first. I am retired Army and am glad to see this! I’ve read some other reviews that were somewhat negative and my response is that it’s impossible to please everyone as we each have individual perspectives and see history through different contexts. But overall I feel the museum does a fine job covering such a long time period. The museum provides a glimpse of the Army’s history from the American Revolution to today’s conflicts to include a number of individual stories, artifacts and life like displays. Allow at least three hours.See more..
4.5Hupp's Hill Civil War Park(40 reviews) - Niceville bit of history Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Military Museums
Hupp's Hill Civil War Park is the home of a Civil War museum that features numerous archaeological artifacts associated with the Battle of Cedar Creek. Outside, our grounds have a 1/2 mile loop nature/ history trail that highlights remains of Civil War fortifications, fantastic views of the surrounding landscape, and the unique geology of the region. We also have picnic facilities for those who want to take a break from traveling. Hupp's Hill is also the home of the Gateway to Shenandoah Visitor Center, your information source for travel in Shenandoah County, the Shenandoah Valley, and the state of Virginia.See more..
4.5U.S. Army Women's Museum(35 reviews) - The only museum dedicated to female service members Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
The U.S. Army Women's Museum is the only one in the world that tells the history and contributions of women to the Army. The Army is the only branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to have a museum dedicated to preserving the history of women's service.The Museum serves as an educational institution, providing military history training to soldiers, veterans and civilians. The Museum has one of the most comprehensive and expansive collections in the world of primary and secondary documents pertaining to the history of U.S. Army women. The museum is the custodian and repository of artifacts and archival material pertaining to the service of women across all branches and organizations of the U.S. Army from inception to the present day. The museum collects, preserves, manages, interprets and exhibits these unique artifacts as a means to provide training and educational outreach. The museum re-opened Nov 2, 2018 and boasts over 11,000 sq ft of new exhibits, activities and videos.See more..
4.5Deltaville Maritime Museum(31 reviews) - Great small museum Sunday: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums
Located in historic Middlesex County on pristine Mill Creek, just off the Chesapeake Bay in the heart of Deltaville, Virginia. Deltaville Maritime Museum & Holly Point Nature Park offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the area's boat building history, our waterfront, park, gardens, trails and the serenity of river life. Focusing on the Bay's boat-builders, their boats, tools, techniques and lives, the Museum includes a superb collection of ship models as well as photographic and art exhibits with an active boat building shop. Family Boatbuilding Week is held annually every July. Holly Point Nature Park is a 36-acre waterfront nature preserve featuring woodland and children's garden, a living shoreline and pier-walk with a kayak ramp and landing, picnic areas and events pavilion. The waterfront park and 8000 SF Events Pavilion hosts a wide variety of both public and private events. Live concerts, dinner dances and markets are held April through November.See more..
4.5Cold War Museum(29 reviews) - A 'Secret Spot' worth finding! Sunday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums
The Cold War Museum is a 501c3 charity organization dedicated to preserving the stories and legacy of the cold war.See more..
4.5Violet Bank Museum(22 reviews) - Been There! Sunday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Military Museums • Historic Sites
Home occupied by Robert E. Lee now houses a Civil War collection.See more..
Haven't been there. I use to visit Lexington,VA quite a bit in the late 90s-early 2000s... The reason why I'm committing is the parents who owned the museum happened to of the gnarliest skateboarder ever to step on the toy with wheels. Mr Lance F'n Mountain ( middle name is not F'n by the way) - I wish I would had known this back then and bummed it's not around anymore. It would had been a honor to had met Lance Mountains parents....See more..
4.0The Stonewall Brigade Museum(12 reviews) - Military History Buff Must See Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
A must see for military buffs. Don't let the aluminum building fool you. Great museum that traces the history of the Stonewall Brigade from the beginning, thru WW2, to today. Very well arranged museum that does not overwhelm you but tells the story. They only ask for a donation and it was well worth the $5 per person we did.See more..
5.0Augusta Military Academy Museum(10 reviews) - Kid friendly and great storytelling! Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Military Museums
Chris gave us an amazing tour and made life as a cadet come alive for our family. Kid friendly and very interesting to learn about military school and some of the iconic teachers and mascots. Highly recommend you visit and ask for a tour.See more..
4.5Appomattox County Historical Museum & Library(6 reviews) - Was very informative Sunday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Military Museums • History Museums Was great wandering through the different buildings. There were some students there as well. They reinacted the stacking of the arms ceremony. Was entertaining watching the marching and carrying the arms.See more..
5.0Shannon Air Museum(5 reviews) - The grandkids had a great time! Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Science Museums • History Museums
Shannon Air Museum is the perfect stop on a hot, muggy August afternoon! The docent varied his presentation so my 5- and 7-year-old grandsons would enjoy it. The boys especially enjoyed the recently installed wind tunnel with the remote controlled airplane. Mr. Blosser was so patient with them. He taught them how to control the rudders and throttle and the boys were thrilled! They couldn’t wait to go outside and sit in the two WWll airplanes. Again, Mr. Blosser was quite patient when teaching them. We capped our visit with ice cream at the Eagle’s Nest, a full-service restaurant. While eating the ice cream, we saw three small planes taxi and take off. What a treat!!! We were there for about three hours and loved every minute of it!See more..
