The Virginia Historical museum is wonderful. There is so much to see. Be prepared to stay a while. One section is really impressive, they have a 1950s restaurant and old television. Also, a real streetcar! Too much to write. You have to see it! More

The museum has incredible displays and best of all...it's free! More

This is a nice museum, easily seen in a couple of hours. The exhibits are well-presented, and visually appealing. Good for school-aged kids and adults. Visitors will learn a lot about Virginia history in an afternoon spent here. More

The Virginia Historical Museum does a comprehensive look at VA history since the founding of Jamestown in 1607. Displays are well laid out and easy to follow. Could use more hands-on/interactive attractions for children. More

I only wish I'd had more than a couple of hours to spend at this well planned museum. I have been touring historical sites and museums in various states and countries for quite some time and I think this is among the best I've been to. The displays are exhibited in chronological order and one is allowed a tour through... More

Great learning experience for all ages. For those interested in history and not, it is a great place to go with family, friends, or anyone. Also free. More

This is a great way for the kids to learn. They have a lot of wonderful things dedicated to the history of Virginia. More

this museum is right next door to the VMFA and should not go unnoticed. It is chock full of Virginia history and a very knowledgeable staff with a southern hospitality equal to none. More

We were hoping for more civil war exhibits. This was a sales piece for the state - including a wall of Time magazine covers with anyone even remotely related to VA. They glossed over the early settler experience with disease. More