Explore Your State History Museum

"A Better Life for Their Children" closing soon

Explore the history of Julius Rosenwald, Booker T. Washington, and the 4,978 Schools That Changed America, on display through April 20

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"Give Me Liberty" exhibition

Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this special exhibition highlights Virginia’s leading role in the American Revolution.

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Revolution Revisited

Introducing a new VMHC podcast about the American Revolution & Virginia's rebels, rule breakers, and rabble rousers

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HistoryFest 2025

A NEW daylong festival-meets-conference for history enthusiasts!

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Announcing Civics Connects

A Major Statewide Civics Education Program

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