The Virginia Living Museum connects people with nature through educational experiences that promote conservation. Founded in 1966, offers dynamic living exhibits and environmental education! Native Virginia mammals, birds, marine life, reptiles, amphibians, and plants are presented in natural habitats that connect people to nature. With over 1,000 individual animals representing 240 species in the Museum's care--including endangered and threatened species--guests experience Virginia's natural beauty and diversity of ecosystems. Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the American Alliance of Museums, the Museum's high standards are its hallmark; only 14 institutio... read more The Virginia Living Museum connects people with nature through educational experiences that promote conservation. Founded in 1966, offers dynamic living exhibits and environmental education! Native Virginia mammals, birds, marine life, reptiles, amphibians, and plants are presented in natural habitats that connect people to nature. With over 1,000 individual animals representing 240 species in the Museum's care--including endangered and threatened species--guests experience Virginia's natural beauty and diversity of ecosystems. Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the American Alliance of Museums, the Museum's high standards are its hallmark; only 14 institutions are dually accredited in the nation.
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By Grace Rietscha | Grants Coordinator
The Virginia Living Museum is excited to announce our Raptor Habitats and Free Flight Zone. This expansion to our Wild Care Center opened in April 2026, providing netted outdoor habitats- also known... Read the full report ›By Grace Rietscha | Grant Coordinator
The Virginia Living Museum’s favorite three-legged bobcat has returned to exhibit! Sarge the bobcat has been behind-the-scenes while his exhibit on our boardwalk trail was being renovated-... Read the full report ›By Grace Rietscha | Grant Coordinator
GlobalGiving donors support the growth of living exhibits and education! The Virginia Living Museum is excited to share the new animals that have entered our care. We recently welcomed Beatrice the... Read the full report ›
