Recent Press Releases

Recent Press Releases

March 2024-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Announces New Portfolio of Traveling Exhibitions for Local and Regional Celebrations Marking America’s 250th Anniversary

In March 2025, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture will debut Virginia’s official commemorative exhibit for the 250th anniversary, Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation, along with another marquee exhibition in March 2026.

February 2024-Major National Julia Child Exhibition at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture Explores the Life and Culinary Influences of the American TV Icon

The exhibition explores the key ingredients in Julia Child’s personal journey, which became part of America's culinary revolution, through a series of immersive experiences.

February 2024-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Announces Recipients of 2024 Commonwealth History Fund Grants 

This year, nearly $400,000 is being awarded to support history preservation and education projects throughout Virginia.

February 2024-Virginia Museum of History & Culture to Host Citizenship Ceremony as Part of President’s Day Celebration

On Monday, February 19, 75 candidates will be sworn in as naturalized citizens during a moving ceremony held in partnership with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

January 2024-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Receives National Accolades and Reaccreditation from the American Alliance of Museums;

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture has been reaccredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest national standard of recognition afforded the nation’s leading museums.

January 2024-Virginia Museum of History & Culture to Host Evening with Renowned Policymaker and Diplomat Dr. Richard Haass 

As part of its multi-year initiative to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, The Virginia Museum of History & Culture will host Dr. Richard Haass, renowned diplomat and respected scholar of international relations, on January 17, 2024.

December 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Commemorates the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party with Special Program and 18th Century Tea Tasting Event

To mark this important upcoming anniversary, guests are invited to join historian Dr. Richard Bell, a professor of history at the University of Maryland, for an afternoon lecture and tea tasting event.

December 2023-New ‘Secrets & Symbols’ Display at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture Explores Hidden Messages in Decorative Objects

This special, limited-time display invites guests to explore the rich layers of meaning in these and other seemingly common utilitarian objects.

November2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Offers Two Days of Free Admission for Veterans and Active Military This Veterans Day ;

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) would like to honor the service and sacrifices of servicemen both past and present this Veterans Day.

October 2023- Virginia Museum of History & Culture and the Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Present an Evening Program with Bestselling Author Beth Macy;

In her newest novel Raising Lazarus: Hope, Justice, and the Future of America’s Overdose Crisis, Beth Macy shines a light on the people advocating for and providing lifesaving care for the addicted, as well as possible solutions for addressing the crisis.

October 2023- Virginia Museum of History & Culture Unveils The 2023 Official Virginia History Christmas Ornament 

This year’s ornament features a whimsical, holiday interpretation of the Capitol of Virginia, an historic structure located in Richmond, Virginia, depicted in gingerbread, icing, and candy.

October 2023- Local Organizations Come Together for First ‘Trunk or Treat’ Event at The Virginia Museum of History & Culture

There will be crafts, games, food trucks, Halloween movies, rides on an outdoor trackless train, chocolate making demos, and free museum admission, which includes access to the museum’s newest exhibition Apollo: When We Went to the Moon.

October 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Celebrates Virginia Winemaking at Third Annual Wine Festival

Raise a glass with the Virginia Museum of History & Culture and celebrate Virginia Wine Month at the third annual Virginia Vines wine festival.

September 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Prepares for ‘History Blooms’ Weekend Event with Garden Club of Virginia

History Blooms brings together the missions of the VMHC and GCV to engage new audiences with history and horticulture.

September 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Dedicated to Civics This Constitution Day

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) continues to highlight the importance of this document and celebrate the freedoms that it ensures through innovative history and civics education programming.

September 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Recognized as World Renowned Cultural Center for Remarkable Digital Learning Programming

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture’s HistoryConnects program received the 2022-2023 Pinnacle Award from The Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration, a leader in distance learning.

September 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture to Offer Free Admission for Youth and Students on Labor Day

Savor the final days of summer at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture with a special Labor Day offer.

August 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Accepting Grant Applications for Historical Preservation, Educational Programming, and Conservation Projects

The Commonwealth History Fund was established in 2021 to support and encourage meaningful history education and preservation projects throughout Virginia.

August 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture to Host Inaugural History Symposium Exploring Virginia’s Past

In addition to compelling panel discussions, guests will have access to tailored museum experiences that celebrate Virginia discoveries.

August 2023-Virginia Museum of History & Culture Partners with the Garden Club of Virginia to Tell Compelling Stories of History and Horticulture

History Blooms is a three-day program that will feature special lectures,workshops, and other activities focused on Virginia history, gardening, and landscape preservation.