"In the Beginning, all America was Virginia."

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Immerse yourself in Virginia's history by visiting one of our exhibitions.

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Past Exhibitions

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is dedicated to presenting exhibitions that interpret both broad and focused themes from Virginia's story, highlighting rare and everyday artifacts from our collection of over nine million artifacts and those on loan through partnerships with fellow cultural institutions. Exhibitions feature topics from throughout the Commonwealth's long history, allowing visitors to reflect on the past, interpret the present, and explore the potential of the future. Browse a few of our past exhibitions below.

Determined: The 400-Year Struggle for Black Equality

June 22 – March 29

"Determined: The 400-Year Struggle for Black Equality" will examine the long history of black Americans in North America as they have fought for freed

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Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and The Virginians

October 19 – February 2

Discover rare artifacts and experience an interactive exhibition that explores Alexander Hamilton’s relationships with the founding generation of Virginians.

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Fresh Paint: Murals Inspired by the Story of Virginia

September 10 – April 21

The "Fresh Paint" exhibition celebrates Virginia's vibrant creative community by featuring murals from local artists inspired by items from our c

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Oh, Shenandoah: Landscapes of Diversity

December 8 – October 20

Visit the exhibition "Oh, Shenandoah: Landscapes of Diversity"

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John Marshall: Hidden Hero of National Union

February 10 – September 15

John Marshall: Hidden Hero of National Union exhibition on display February 16, 2019 to September 29, 2019.

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The League of Wives: Vietnam's POW/MIA Advocates & Allies

March 2 – September 2

Featuring artifacts, photographs, and oral histories, The League of Wives illustrates the dramatic story of how the spouses of American servicemen bucked govern

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The Commonwealth and the Great War

February 17 – December 31

Visit "The Commonwealth and the Great War" exhibition and learn about the role Virginian's played in World War I.

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Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown!

November 23 – January 12

This exhibition examines the making of this animated classic and celebrates the anticipation, joy, and pitfalls of the holiday season.

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Inside Looking Out: The Art of Queena Stovall

May 12 – October 14

Explore life in rural Virginia through 44 paintings created by Lynchburg, Virginia folk artist, Queena Stovall. On display through October 14, 2018.

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The Ashe '68 Virtual Reality Experience

June 22 – September 2

Discover an eight-minute VR experience that takes you into the moments before Arthur Ashe's historic win at the 1968 US Open.

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Ashe ’68 Photo Exhibit

June 15 – July 7

See near-life-sized displays feature rarely seen images of Arthur Ashe by LIFE photographer John Zimmerman.

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capABLE RVA

June 1 – September 8

In partnership with The Next Move Program, the VMHC is displaying portraits featuring remarkable and varied stories of individuals from the Richmond area as par

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