A hidden gem! Friendly, knowledgeable staff, excellent exhibits, great kid section on the top…read morefloor, neat options in the gift shop. All with no admissions fee!

What a well done museum in an unexpected place!! We were looking for a day trip from our home in…read moreNorfolk and saw this one on TripAdvisor. Since it is only about 20 miles from the bridge tunnel up the shore (one of my favorite places on earth!), we decided to check it out. SO glad we did! And since admission is free, it made the bridge tunnel toll worth it! When you walk in you are greeted by the most friendly docent who gives you a brief background of the museum and what it's about. She told us they have several films and asked if we wanted to watch any of them. We did - "Our Island Home" gives you a terrific view of what life on Hog Island was like before it was abandoned from people who were actually born there. After whatever movie(s) you want to watch, you are "free range" to explore the museum. It is SO well done. I could have roamed around for longer than the 2 hours we were there (but I'm a museum reader - I have to check out everything!). Definitely allow yourself a couple of hours to explore. The exhibits are fantastic and laid out well. All artifacts were donated or on loan from actual island families - they don't purchase their artifacts. I like that. Shows the love for the community that these people have. Definitely check out the attic! There are hands on things for the kids - it's hot up there in the summer though! I was fascinated by the twisted chimney (not going to tell you why it was built that way - you'll have to go find out for yourself!). This is a GREAT little stop if you are looking for something cool to do on your way up or down Rt. 13 on your way to your vacation or a great day trip from the VA Beach area. With all their many activities and programs, we will definitely be back!

Worth a look...! It not very big. But there is a lot of info…read morepacked into it. From the massive generator to the black history and right up to the asteroid impact in that area. You'll definitely come away with something you didn't know. ( I had no idea about the asteroid.) There's also some old train cars outside an old station and info about all that as well. Oh, there's a brewery right down the street. Good selection of brews. Foods not to bad either. Enjoy....B.

Who likes museums on vacation?…read more We sure did! Extremely knowledgeable staff. Be sure to request they turn on the Diesel engine. It sure will get your heart going! I've been coming to the shore for 25 years and learned a lot of new stuff (ie bay bridge construction and the crater impact zone). This is a must stop for all vacationers!

This museum is one of my favorites in the area is very nice and has a lot of interactive activities…read more They happen to have a cool event and my friend and I attended they did a silent disco, which was really cool I love seeing everybody dress up and all the lights and we were able to see that exhibit as well

Really enjoyed ourselves at this museum! Our toddler has been obsessed with airplanes and this…read moreplace was a dream come true for her. They had a lot of different aircrafts along with interesting facts and history. We loved that they had activities and hands on things. We were glad to see a separate toddler play area that she really liked and found intriguing. Parking is a little walk from the garage so try and find street parking for the closest access. IMAX tickets are included with general admissions price so that's nice. Perfect museum for families of all ages. Our daughter didn't want to leave.

Great place to gather, hear music and meet friends and neighbors. Mostly volunteers run this great…read moremuseum and entertainment venue.

Very sweet museum for the boat lover. There is a small children's garden with a sandbox and a dock…read moreto walk along and learn about oyster growing. The woman at the front desk couldn't not have been nicer - what a wonderful ambassador for Deltaville and the region!

Memories come to life here - a single photo or object can trigger an avalanche of memories.read more

I decided to stop into the Mary Pretlow library for the first time today and visited the Oceanview…read moremuseum today. It is located in a small area inside the library. Even though it is small, the museum has alot of memorabilia. It even has a cart from the roller coaster that was at the amusement park.

Sophia and I have lived in the Peninsula since 2011, but rarely took trips to Fort Monroe to…read moreexplore its history. Shame on us since we've been to many museums for years. But, it's better late than never. And believe me, it's one you definitely want to check out. For admission, it's free. How it works is we're given a 15 min window for entering and plus, it gives you a chance to look around in the visitor center where the galley takes you to the history of Fort Monroe and how the Civil War changed everything. If you've been to museums in Virginia, just about everything is covered regarding the slave trade and wars between the North and South and against other countries. A lot to take in, but beneficial. After we were done scoping the visitor center, we entered the museum itself. A treasure trove of information to soak in regarding Fort Monroe itself. I just turned 45 years old and I can tell you I learned a ton from this visit alone. And there still is more to gain. It's wonderful to see that the staff put their heart and soul into keeping everything in place. You can do a self guided tour like we did or you can do a group tour. Also, the museum shops have goodies for you to buy. Believe me, you should not leave empty handed when you have the chance. A wonderful visit to a place where you'll leave with knowledge. And there's more on site at Fort Monroe. We''ll be back for some more tours when time persists :)

The Casemate Museum at Fort Monroe is exceptionally well organized and free to visit. Be sure to…read moreswing by the Visitor Center to pick up a timed-entry ticket before heading across the bridge. They also offer guided walking tours throughout the day, though times vary. The fort itself is awe-inspiring- the largest bastion fort by area in the U.S., completed in 1834- and it's incredible to think it stood as a Union stronghold, designated "Freedom's Fortress," where escaping enslaved people found sanctuary during the Civil War. The massive interior arches are a testament to enduring design, and walking atop the fort offers an unforgettable connection to history.

Such an amazing and informative place. Most of the exhibits are outside which really makes it…read moreawesome because you experience the actual size of everything/display. The two ladies were sweet and full of information. Whether you're inside or out you see the care that goes into maintaining this place. Let's not forget ...It's FREE!!!! Nice spot

Interesting little outdoor, roadside museum in Hampton. It's free but they will accept donations…read more There's a small indoor museum as well. Outside there are several planes and a Mercury capsule showcase contributions to air travel and space exploration. I believe it was just recently renovated

Fort Monroe is small, but packs in a lot. From a museum (Casemate), a beach club, public beach…read moreaccess, beautiful properties and stunning landmarks. Make sure to manage your speed and park in designated areas. The beaches never seem to be super crowded. They are generally clean as well. I have noticed boats anchor aching. Not sure how I feel about that, safety wise. There is one area that has lifeguards. The casemate museum is really great. It offers a lot of good education for the area. I highly recommend stopping and spending time inside.

This place did not disappoint. OMG I learned so much, first it was so clean and beauty well kept…read moreplace. Not crowded the videos and speaking set up for the walking tour done by 1619 project was everything. I was in awe. The first place for enslaved people straight from Africa, the house where Abraham Lincoln plan the fight at Norfolk. Just looking at the buildings that are 200 years old built by our ancestors and they are still holding up! Place was just amazing! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because the place where the first Africa's landed from Angola was blocked by construction and those little moat entrances that I had to drive my car through