Community Event Outreach Request

The Virginia Living Museum is proud to support our community through select free outreach appearances at local events, festivals, schools, and nonprofit programs throughout Hampton Roads.

This request form is intended for community-based events seeking a free Virginia Living Museum outreach presence. Due to staff and animal availability, requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and submission does not guarantee participation.

Before You Submit Your Request

Please use this form only for:

  • Free community events
  • Nonprofit or community partner programs
  • Educational festivals or outreach opportunities
  • Events where the Museum is invited as a community participant

 

Looking for a paid program?

For classroom presentations, animal programs, camps, or educational programming led by Museum educators, please visit our Outreach Programs page.

Looking for complimentary admission tickets or group visits?

Please visit the Community Education and Outreach Program page.

 

Outreach Request Guidelines

Requests are prioritized for:

  • Community-focused events within Hampton Roads
  • Nonprofit organizations and schools
  • Family-friendly and educational events
  • Events aligned with the Museum’s mission of science, conservation, and education

 

Please note:

  • Submission of a request does not guarantee participation
  • Requests should be submitted at least 4–6 weeks in advance
  • Outreach appearances are based on staff, volunteer, and animal availability
  • The Museum may not be able to attend events with vendor fees or extensive setup requirements
  • Some outreach activities may not include live animals

 

If your event sounds like a good fit, please complete the form below.

Please note: although we will do our best to attend, we cannot guarantee availability. We will contact you directly about your event within 2 weeks.

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Heads Up!

The Virginia Living Museum staff will begin setting up for an after hours event around 3PM on the main floor.

This should not interfere with your experience and we will not be closing early.

 

Wild Explorations

Heads Up! The Changing Exhibit Gallery, where our Wild Explorations exhibit lives, will close at 3PM today in preparation for an after hours event!