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June 26, 2013

The Hollins University Elementary Science Institute for Teachers (HESIT) traveled to Martinsville on June 26 for hands-on field experience outside at Frank Wilson Park and inside the museum. In addition to discovering insect diversity through collecting and inspecting in the park, teachers were given a behind the scenes look at some of the museum's 10 million scientific specimens, as well as a tour of the museum's exhibits. Nearly 35 teachers took part in the event.

June 25, 2013

Be sure not to miss Dr. Keiper's appearance on PBS's "This Week in Richmond"! The first airing is at 7:30 p.m. this Friday on Blue Ridge Public Television. Click the link to find out when it will air in your part of the state! http://www.vmnh.net/news/details/id/285/vmnh-executive-director-to-appear-on-thi

June 24, 2013

http://www.vmnh.net/summer-adventure-camps

June 22, 2013

Governor McDonnel helps to make the commemoration or Werowocomoco official, with Secretary of Natural Resources Doug Domenech and DHR Director Kathleen Kilpatrick.

June 21, 2013

Joe Keiper is at the dedication of Werowocomoco, Powatan's and Pocahontis' original home prior to European contact.

June 21, 2013

Students from Campbell Court Elementary School in Henry County, Virginia recently visited the museum thanks to generous Corporate Partnership support from the Charity League of Martinsville-Henry County.

June 20, 2013

Renee Hairston, VMNH Fiscal Technician (left, standing) teaches kids about business at a recent Boys & Girls Club Junior Achievement event.

June 18, 2013

Thank you to "Nano" exhibit sponsors George & Jean Adams, and Carter Bank & Trust, a VMNH Corporate Partner (pictured: l-r George and Jean Adams, and Worth Carter of Carter Bank & Trust). The exhibit is now open in the Suzanne M. Lacy Education Center.

June 17, 2013

Thank you to "Nano" exhibit sponsors George & Jean Adams, and Carter Bank & Trust, a VMNH Corporate Partner (pictured: l-r George and Jean Adams, and Worth Carter of Carter Bank & Trust). The exhibit is now open in the Suzanne M. Lacy Education Center.

June 15, 2013

http://www.vmnh.net/nano

June 14, 2013

Thank you to the talents and effort of Magna Vista High School horticulture

June 14, 2013

Our colleagues at the Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation have just completed a web-based Atlas of Rare Butterflies, Skippers, Moths, Dragonflies & Damselflies of Virginia. Developed with funds provided by the VA Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries through a state wildlife grant from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, this new resource allows the public to quickly access current and accurate information about these rare species in Virginia. One can search by species or common name and get a summary of its state and national conservation status ranks, as well as a list of counties where the species has been observed in Virginia. Likewise, one can search by locality name for a list of the rare species observed there. ...

June 14, 2013

VMNH Summer Camps participants are staying active! VMNH Summer Camps are made possible by generous donations to the VMNH Discovery Fund, as well sponsorships from Kiwanis and the Southwestern Piedmont Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists. Click here to check out the full schedule of 2013 VMNH Summer Camps: http://www.vmnh.net/summer-adventure-camps.

June 14, 2013

On the job training in the lab with Alton Dooley and Ray Voden.

June 14, 2013

Students from Campbell Court Elementary School in Henry County recently visited the museum thanks to generous Corporate Partnership support from the Charity League of Martinsville-Henry County. A variety of vital museum programs are made possible by donations of all sizes through Memberships, Discovery Fund support, and Corporate Partnerships. To learn about how you can partner with the museum, please visit http://www.vmnh.net/donate-now. Thank you for your support!

June 14, 2013

Teachers - Enjoy free VMNH admission on Saturday, June 15 in celebration of opening day of the "Nano" exhibit! Simply show your teacher ID at the museum Box Office to receive free admission! While here, be sure to check out our Educator levels of VMNH Membership, offering a variety of great benefits to teachers and their families. We look forward to seeing you at the museum!

June 12, 2013

Our museum colleagues at the Danville Science Center are gearing up for their new digital dome theater. Be sure to take advantage of the VMNH/DSC reciprocal membership agreement to visit both institutions often!

June 11, 2013

The "Dinosaur Discovery" exhibit now open at VMNH is available for rental beginning in summer 2014. For more information, email information@vmnh.virginia.gov.

June 11, 2013

Nano exhibit coming to VMNH!

June 11, 2013

The special exhibit "Nano," opening June 15 at VMNH, is being transported from the Danville Science Center, where it has been on display. VMNH and DSC partnered together to obtain this fun, hands-on exhibit. Thank you to exhibit sponsors George & Jean Adams, and Carter Bank & Trust.

June 11, 2013

Butterfly Garden

June 11, 2013

Butterfly Garden

June 11, 2013

Calling all teachers! Enjoy free museum admission on Saturday, June 15 in celebration of opening day of the new Nano exhibit. This hands-on exhibit will be open in the museum's Suzanne M. Lacy Education Center. Teacher ID must be shown at VMNH Box Office at check-in.

June 3, 2013

Dedicated to Dr. Richard Hoffman. http://vimeo.com/66688653

June 3, 2013

The Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation's, Division of Natural Heritage has just completed a web-based Atlas of Rare Butterflies, Skippers, Moths, Dragonflies & Damselflies of Virginia. Developed with funds provided by the VA Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries through a state wildlife grant from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, this new resource allows the public to quickly access current and accurate information about these rare species in Virginia. One can search a database by species or common name and get a summary of its state and national conservation status ranks, as well as a list of counties where the species has been observed in Virginia. Likewise, one can search by locality name for a list of the rare ...