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Virginia War Museum

About Virginia War Museum

The Virginia War Museum is located in Newport News, Virginia. It is a museum that showcases American military history. The museum has various galleries and exhibits that display artifacts, weapons, and uniforms.

Some of the exhibits at the museum include Women at War, Marches Toward Freedom, and Visions of War. The museum also has a collection of propaganda posters. Additionally, the museum explores the history of the City of Newport News and its role in World Wars.

The Virginia War Museum is part of the Historic Services Division of the Parks & Recreation Department. The division is responsible for preserving and interpreting the city's historic resources. The museum is supported by the Virginia War Museum Foundation, which is a nonprofit organization.

The museum is located at 9285 Warwick Boulevard in Newport News. It can be contacted at 757-247-8523 or virginiawarmuseum@nnva.gov. The museum is closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

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9285 Warwick Blvd, Newport News, VA 23607

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