Local museums serve as cultural institutions that connect residents to art, history, science, and community heritage through exhibitions, programs, and educational initiatives designed for visitors of all ages. There are 8 Museum locations in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Residents should check the museum's website for free admission days, membership rates, and upcoming special exhibitions or events — many community museums offer significantly discounted or free admission for local residents on designated days throughout the year.

List of Portsmouth City, Virginia Museum

Childrens Museum Of Virginia

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Childrens Museum Of Virginia

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Jewish Museum & Cultural Center

View Details Call Now (757) 391-9266

Jewish Museum & Cultural Center

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Portsmouth Railroad Museum Of Va

View Details Call Now (757) 393-4093

Portsmouth Railroad Museum Of Va

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Portsmouth Community Art Center

View Details Call Now (757) 393-8983

Portsmouth Community Art Center

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Virginia Sports Hall Of Fame

View Details Call Now (757) 393-8031

Virginia Sports Hall Of Fame

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Lightship Portsmouth Museum

View Details Call Now (757) 393-8591

Lightship Portsmouth Museum

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The Railroad Museum Of Virginia

View Details Call Now (757) 335-2284

The Railroad Museum Of Virginia

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The Portsmouth Museum Of Military History

View Details Call Now (757) 393-2773

The Portsmouth Museum Of Military History

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Residents of Portsmouth who visit local museums regularly should consider purchasing an annual membership, which typically pays for itself in two to three visits and includes added benefits like guest passes, exhibition previews, and discounts at the museum shop and café.

You may also find Museum locations in nearby cities including Suffolk, Norfolk, Newport News.