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Welcome to the Virginia Living Museum

Virginia’s Animal Attraction & Dino Destination

The Virginia Living Museum is a successful public-private partnership, since 1966, between the City of Newport News and the Virginia Living Museum, a public non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (54-6055922). Together we connect people to nature through educational experiences that promote conservation.
BUILT by the Community, BELOVED by the Community and SUSTAINED by the Community, the Museum depends on private donations to succeed. We appreciate your financial contribution to support engaging education, animal welfare and conservation experiences for you and your family. Please consider a gift to our Annual Fund or a planned gift to our Endowment for future sustainability.

What Youโ€™ll See

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Animals in Action

The Virginia Living Museum is home to more than 250 species of animals found in Virginia including reptiles, mammals, birds and fish. We provide a sanctuary for orphaned,ย  non-releasable or injured animals.

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Plants in Action

The Virginia Living Museum has one of the largest displays of native plants in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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Geology in Action

The Virginia Living Museumโ€™s Underground Gallery is a journey back through Virginiaโ€™s ancient past, a past that has created a rich and colorful present.

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Planetarium in Action

Travel the universe in the digital state-of-the-art Abbitt Planetarium Theater. The 71-seat planetarium theater, renovated and upgraded in 2008, offers a fully digital simulation of the sky.

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Conservation in Action

The Virginia Living Museum is a certified Virginia Green attraction committed to minimizing its environmental impacts by preventing pollution wherever feasible in its operations.

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๐ŸŽ‰โœจ Ready to sweep someone off their feet? ๐Ÿ’– It's promposal time! ๐ŸŒŸ Invite your friend or date to join you at our Adult Prom: Starry, Starry Night! ๐ŸŒ ๐Ÿ’ซ Whether you're asking your crush or surprising your bestie, this will be an unforgettable night under the stars. ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ

๐Ÿ“… May 3 ๐Ÿ•– 6-9 pm ๐Ÿ“ Virginia Living Museum

Get ready for: ๐ŸŽถ Music and dancing with DJ Jay Daum ๐ŸŒŒ Sky-readings by Dr. Kelly Herbst, revealing the cosmic secrets of the day you were born ๐Ÿ‘‘ Prom King & Queen Contest โ€“ which animal "couple" will take the crown? ๐ŸŒฎ Delicious eats from BLZN Tacos food truck ๐Ÿน Cash bar with drink tickets at $4 each ๐ŸŒ  Virginia Skies Planetarium Shows ๐ŸŽฉ๐Ÿ‘— And of course, come dressed to impress in your finest prom attire โ€“ sequins, ruffles, and throwback looks encouraged!

Plus, cheesy photo-ops, origami corsages, and more surprises await!
Don't wait โ€“ secure your tickets now at thevlm.org and get ready to dance the night away under the stars!

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ $18 for non-members ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ $15 for members (includes one drink ticket) ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Prices increase day of event, so snag yours early!
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Not for the faint of heart, this is a mind-numbingly hot pepper! This is a cross between Naga Morich and 7 Pot Trinidad Douglah, IYKYK. Pods have a dark chocolate brown, to red color and very wrinkly skin. Can be enjoyed in chili, dried, pickled or straight from the garden if youโ€™re brave enough!

Heat Level: 1,000,000,000+ SHUs
Plant Height: 3-4 ft
Days to Harvest: 100-110

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Not for the faint of heart, this is a mind-numbingly hot pepper! This is a cross between Naga Morich and 7 Pot Trinidad Douglah, IYKYK. Pods have a dark chocolate brown, to red color and very wrinkly skin. Can be enjoyed in chili, dried, pickled or straight from the garden if youโ€™re brave enough!

Heat Level: 1,000,000,000+ SHUs
Plant Height: 3-4 ft
Days to Harvest: 100-110

#hotheads #hotones #SpicyLife #PepperPassion #HeatSeeker #CapsaicinCraze #HotPepperLove #FlamingFlavors #ScovilleSensation #FireAndFlavor #ChiliChampion #PepperParadise #SizzlingSpices #BoldBite #ZestyZing #TasteTheHeat #PepperPower #FieryFoods #SpiceUpYourLife #PepperPerfection #FlavorExplosion #HotSauceAddict
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Are you guys selling these? Very interested

Erin Arsenault, based on a comment - they’re selling seeds!

I know someone speciL who really likes hot peppers!!! Yum..

I think it would be safer to eat one of these.

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