Exhibits at the VWM
View galleries, vehicles and exhibits showcasing the war efforts of America throughout history.
Educational Programs
Take part in a variety of visual arts, multi-media, hands-on learning and critical thinking exercises.
Kids Camp Programs
The Virginia War Museum is offering the following interactive children’s camps.
Memorial Day Ceremony
May 28, 2012 - 11 a.m.
Sponsored by American Legion, Braxton-Perkins Post #25, this annual ceremony is held at 11 a.m. at the Victory Arch, 25th Street & West Avenue in downtown Newport News. After the ceremony, the public is invited learn about America's rich military heritage at the Virginia War Museum. Visit the museum on Memorial Day and receive $1 off the posted admission prices.
Upcoming events
- 2/25/2012 - African-American History Month Film Fest:Buffalo Soldiers
- 3/3/2012 - Women's History Month Film Fest: Fly Girls
- 3/10/2012 - Women’s History Month Film Fest: Lioness
- 3/17/2012 - Women's History Month Film Fest: V for Victory: Women at War
- 3/24/2012 - Women's History Month Film Fest: Top Secret Rosies: The Female Computers of WWII.
- 5/12/2012 - Armed Forces Day Toy Soldier Show
- 5/28/2012 - Memorial Day Ceremony
- 12/7/2012 - Pearl Harbor Day Memorial Ceremony
