The Virginia Living Museum is a Certified Virginia Green travel partner committed to implementing environmentally-friendly operations and educating about sustainable practices. Learn more about the Commonwealth’s Virginia Green Travel Program here.
The Museum was first certified in June 2008 as part of the Commonwealth’s campaign to promote green practices in all aspects of Virginia’s tourism industry. It was recertified in 2016 and 2018.
Virginia Green is a partnership supported by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, the Virginia Hospitality & Tourism Association, and the Virginia Tourism Corporation. Launched as a pilot phase in 2006, the program includes lodging facilities, restaurants, conference and convention centers and attractions.
As a certified Virginia Green attraction, the Museum is committed to minimizing its environmental impact by preventing pollution, increasing recycling, eliminating styrofoam, utilizing water saving fixtures, and implementing energy conservation features.
In addition to its operating practices, the Museum provides educational information about conservation and sustainability to its visitors through programming and exhibits including the Goodson Living Green House which showcases green construction and remodeling opportunities. The Conservation Garden demonstrates earth-friendly ways to garden utilizing native plants.
