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October 14, 2026

Fire dancers, magic shows, stilt walkers, carnival games, costume contests, food trucks and a beer garden are just some of the attractions set to take over the Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) on Saturday, October 24 from 4 to 10 p.m., when Bonez & Booz returns for an evening of Halloween thrills.

October 5, 2026

The Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) is activating its collections through one-of-a-kind educational experiences for local and regional students thanks to a $5,000 grant from the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation.

July 15, 2026

"Whether you're introducing your little one to dinosaurs for the very first time, searching for an unforgettable family day trip, or reliving your own childhood fascination with prehistoric giants, Dino Festival promises two days packed with discovery, adventure, and memories millions of years in the making," said Visitor Services and Events Manager Robbie Hendrix-Wirt.

June 25, 2026

The Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) has announced a new event sponsorship agreement with Brightspeed, the nation’s third-largest fiber builder empowering families and businesses with multi-gig-speed 100 percent fiber-to-the-home internet.

May 16, 2026

The Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) Board of Trustees has awarded longtime museum research associate and museum trustee Dr. Arthur V. Evans the title of Senior Fellow, a prestigious and honorary title acknowledging the exceptional contributions he has made to the museum's scientific research and collections programs over the course of nearly three decades.