Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
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Definitely a hidden gem of the town!! #winchestervirginia #dmv #freethingstodo #creatorsearchinsights #travelguide #familyactivities
punk.crocpunk.croc
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Loved it! The gardens are beautiful, reminds me of Hillwood (DC) gardens, more English/French garden style, and like a very small botanic garden. The tulips and narcissus were in bloom mid-April. I expect the roses will be in bloom in the summer. The museum is nice too, well designed and laid out. It has basically 4 exhibits on one floor, so it is small, but worth visiting. Really like the miniatures and if you’re a fan of Andrew Wyeth, one of his students has a whole exhibit and the influence is obvious. Very nice. It would be a great place to take out of town guests and I expect I’ll be visiting each year. It’s the nicest museum I’ve seen in this far western VA/MD/Panhandle WV area. Mostly because it’s new, so much stuff out here is so old. There is a discount if tickets are purchased online, veterans free, and free Wednesdays. Also have a makerspace for kids and adults for a fee. Trails (not the gardens) are free.
Rebekah VaccaRebekah Vacca
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Highly recommend taking the drive to Winchester. Be sure you don't miss one of the Lego creations inside the museum. Be sure to pick up the scavenger hunt (green) worksheet for added fun. My kids also liked the miniatures room inside the museum and there were animal bells and sheet music (written in animal symbols) that were very engaging (no pic, sorry). Start your day on the pedestrian mall in Old Own Winchester (a couple of local coffee shops along the way). Pack lunch and a sunscreen to enjoy on the picnic tables. The gift shops had some unique and inexpensive souvenirs as well as ice cream treats! You can also pack bikes for the many surrounding trails. Closed on Mondays. Recommend buying tickets ahead. I even learned that if you are unable to come the day for your tickets, you can use another day. Enjoy!
Jennifer WhitsonJennifer Whitson
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Spent the lion's share of our time in the Glen Burnie gardens, the Glen Burnie house, and other structures on the property. Various garden areas divided by stone walls or hedges making the areas feel more intimate. Cemetery and house give visitors a good historical reference. GB house had a model of itself along with miniatures of furniture and even works of art as the house looked in the 1970s I believe. I can see why this place is a popular wedding venue. The beauty of this place is very stress-relieving. In the museum, found the Norman Rockwell exhibit very interesting. They also have a maker space on first floor - pottery, sewing classes and events.
Michael FogleMichael Fogle
00
A beautiful and valuable gem in Winchester. The MSV does an outstanding job at providing the community with art and a healthy place to share with friends and family. Art shows change constantly and there's also permanent displays that talk about the rich history of our area. The grounds are beautiful, especially with the new walking trail that we are so fortunate to have. Throughout it, you can find different art installations as well, while you walk, run, or bike, even with your dog(s)! The gardens are amazing to see, and they open in April for to spring/summer. The museum also offers many classes for children and adults. Highly recommend!
Diana PattersonDiana Patterson
50
Absolutely gorgeous! Peaceful and serene garden walks of varying kinds. The old Civil War Era home was near to see, as were all of the miniature houses that the original owners loved as a hobby. Pop up stores inside the grounds with snacks and gifts, as well a a main gift shop within the museum. Walking trails around the museum and a Boulder playground at the top of the property. We went for the Origami in the Garden exhibit which runs into the fall. A must see! All of this close to downtown Winchester and Hospital.
Jessica SiegertJessica Siegert
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901 Amherst St, Winchester, VA 22601
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(888) 556-5799
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themsv.org
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