Exhibits at the Children's Museum of Virginia
Changing Exhibits | Permanent Exhibits
Changing Exhibits
(inside the Courthouse Galleries)
Smart Art
January 1 - February 21
This collection is from art classes presented by the Courthouse Galleries and Education Staff at off site locations and also at the Courthouse Galleries. This is all local work and you are encouraged to see what the students have created.
Making a Mark
Now - February 21
Included in the exhibit are a variety of daily activities including; sending post cards to the artists, a large wall for making your own mark, making heart cards which can either be taken home or hung on a wall in the exhibit for eventual presentation to the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters. Activities from 1 to 4 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, February 7th and 21st.
Trains and Transportation
March 5 - October 10
See a working model train layout featuring items from the Lancaster Antique Toy and Train Collection. A locomotive bell, rear backup light from a steam engine, lanterns, pistons and many rare trains and accessories that will delight visitors of all ages.
On display at the Courthouse Galleries and free with regular admission.
Permanent Exhibits
Andalo's Clubhouse Exhibits and Activities
When you visit Andalo’s Clubhouse, some old friends will greet you. Thomas the Tank Engine and his Sodor neighbors will be waiting to take you on train adventures.
The City with its Bank
The City with its Bank, Market and REACH Library will spark a kid’s imagination. Be a bank teller or customer. Shop for your vegetables, cereal and laundry detergent.Get a book from the REACH Library.
Construction Blocks
Try your hand at constructing a fort or build a tower and knock it down with oversize blocks.
Muscle & Reflex Challenges
Tease your brain, flex your muscles and time your reflexes with Reaction Time, Flexibility, Balance, Ball Maze, Pattern Talk and Star Trace.
Is it magic?
It looks like magic but its really science. You'll have a ball with the Bernoulli Blower, Probability, Raceways, Newton’s Cradle and Air Cannon.
Sound Dynamics
Simple Sonar and Sound Tubes demonstrate sound wave dynamics and make science fun.
Tot Lot complete with Thomas & Friends!
Our youngest visitors can develop their motor skills and coordination in the Tot Lot while climbing, balancing and manipulating puzzles. Or just have fun with Thomas the Tank Engine and his Sodor friends.