The Virginia Museum of History & Culture was founded in 1831 as the Virginia Historical Society. The oldest museum in Virginia and one of the oldest in the United States, the VMHC has devoted nearly two centuries to collecting and preserving the artifacts of our past to share the far-reaching history of the Commonwealth of Virginia with the world. Today, this nationally respected museum and research organization cares for a renowned history collection totaling more than nine million items and engages hundreds of thousands of Virginians and other guests annually.
Organizer Events
21
Oct
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21
Oct
Oct 21, 2026 @ 05:30 PM - Oct 21, 2026 @ 07:30 PM
American Patriarch: The Life of George Washington
Join bestselling historian H. W. Brands for the 2026 J. Harvie Wilkinson, Jr. Lecture on the life and leadership of George Washington.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
24
Oct
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24
Oct
Oct 24, 2026 @ 03:00 PM - Oct 24, 2026 @ 03:30 PM
Visit the Vault
Join staff on a short tour of the VMHC's rare book and manuscript vault to see some of the collection's most unique books, documents, and artifacts.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
28
Oct
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28
Oct
Oct 28, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - Oct 28, 2026 @ 09:00 PM
Defiant Spirits at the VMHC
Join Virago Spirits and the VMHC for an evening of history and cocktails featuring stories of “viragos” – women of great stature, strength, and courage.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
29
Oct
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29
Oct
Oct 29, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - Oct 29, 2026 @ 01:00 PM
Forgotten World War: Exploring the Secret History of the American Revolution, from Spain to India and Back Again
The Revolutionary War wasn’t just fought in the thirteen colonies. To discover more, Derek Baxter embarks on an adventure-filled quest across the globe.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
30
Oct
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30
Oct
Oct 30, 2026 @ 07:00 PM - Oct 30, 2026 @ 10:00 PM
Think Pink Costume Party
Get dolled up for a Halloween night that’s anything but ordinary. Unleash your inner child at this over-the-top evening of costumes, cocktails, and dancing.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
05
Nov
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05
Nov
Nov 5, 2026 @ 05:00 PM - Nov 5, 2026 @ 08:00 PM
An Evening with Nathaniel Philbrick
In The Rush, Nathaniel Philbrick transforms the Gold Rush from a tale of sudden riches into the origin story of America’s modern contradictions.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
07
Nov
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07
Nov
Nov 7, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Nov 7, 2026 @ 12:30 PM
Beyond Ballet Pink – A Breakfast with Bellen Woodard
Enjoy a delicious pink-themed breakfast before hearing Bellen share her story and the inspiration behind her work, celebrating representation and individuality.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
13
Nov
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13
Nov
Nov 13, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Nov 13, 2026 @ 05:00 PM
Fall Homeschool Open House
Homeschoolers are invited to join VMHC for an open house, featuring an author-led book reading, crafts and games, and free gallery access.
(Free)
Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
