Day trip to the Science Museum of Virginia – Richmond, VA

One of our kids’ favorite places in Richmond, is the Science Museum of Virginia. We haven’t been back however since our youngest son was born so it’s been a couple of years. Since then, we were pleased to learn that the museum had completed some projects to improve the experience. A new parking deck was finished in 2021 and makes museum access much easier and safer. The old parking lot was turned into a green area with a new art display. The kids were a big fan of this.

The museum offers a plethora of hands on and interactive experiences for everyone. From a race track where you time yourself against t-rex, Usain bolt and a cheetah, to playing air hockey against a robot. There’s plenty to keep yourself engaged. For children 5 and under there is a kids zone, with fun activities and climbing area.

See live animals like this Bearded Dragon in the animal laboratory.
A model SR 71 blackbird hands from the ceiling at the Science Museum of Virginia. Richmond, Virginia.
A kids play area for children under 5, provides ample activities to keep the young minds wondering.

I love museums because they always inspire me to think differently. It make me question “how?” when it comes to the functioning of the world around us. As I watch my kids interact with each exhibit, I know their fears are turning and I can see the wonder in their eyes. They always leave the museum a little bit wiser and with new eyes to experiment in this fascinating world around us.

Support the science museum of Virginia below:

https://smv.org

Photos shot with Sony a6000 and Tameron 28-75mm. 10/8/2023