Virginia Living Museum

The Virginia Living Museum is a zoo and nature center in Newport News that displays wildlife and plants from different regions of Virginia. The facility spans 24 acres and features both indoor exhibits and outdoor habitats, along with walking trails and native plant gardens.

The museum was founded in 1966 as a small natural science center and grew into a major facility focused on wildlife conservation and education. Its expansion over several decades shaped it into the institution it is today.

The museum plays a role in education by offering programs that help local families learn about Virginia's natural world through hands-on activities. Visitors experience how the facility connects people to the region's wildlife and plants in a personal way.

Visitors can explore indoor exhibits, outdoor trails, and gardens while also participating in guided tours throughout the facility. The site is accessible and offers pathways suitable for various activity levels.

The facility operates a wildlife rehabilitation center where injured animals receive care and are released back to nature whenever possible. This hands-on conservation work is often overlooked by visitors.

Location: Virginia

Inception: 1966

Website: https://thevlm.org

GPS coordinates: 37.05460,-76.48870

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:28