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Museum of the Shenandoah Valley

440 Reviews

#4 of 50 things to do in Winchester

Art Museums, History Museums, Museums

901 Amherst St, Winchester, VA 22601-3305

+1 888-556-5799

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“Nice museum”

The museum had two separate sections-the building and the gardens. The building had a history of... read more

Reviewed 2 days ago

Mary J

via mobile

“Charming and engrossing small museum”

Permanent collection on the history of the region. Miniature houses collected by local patron... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

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Washington DC, District of Columbia

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The Museum of the Shenandoah Valley (MSV) is dedicated to preserving and enriching the cultural life and heritage of the Valley. This regional history complex includes a house dating to the eighteenth century, six acres of spectacular gardens, and a 50,000-square-foot museum featuring changing exhibitions, a permanent display of miniature houses, and an expansive gallery exploring the history and decorative arts of the Shenandoah Valley. The MSV also includes a Museum Store and café (admission not required). The galleries are open year-round; the house and gardens April through October. The MSV sits on land originally claimed by Winchester founder James Wood in 1735. The property was passed through generations of Wood and Glass families until being acquired by Wood descendant and MSV benefactor Julian Wood Glass Jr. (1910–1992) between 1952 and 1955. Glass and his partner at the time, R. Lee Taylor (1924–2000), worked together to transform the site and its Glen Burnie House—built in 1794 by James Wood’s son Robert—into a country retreat where the couple entertained in high style.

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440 reviews

Excellent68%
Very good26%
Average4%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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“shenandoah valley” (120 reviews)

“rotating exhibits” (14 reviews)

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901 Amherst St, Winchester, VA 22601-3305

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Mary J

Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Nice museum

The museum had two separate sections-the building and the gardens. The building had a history of the Valley with a Native American display, a display of art of the Valley, and a section of miniature houses. Very nicely done. The gardens were gorgeous! Legos creations...More

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rrs26231621

Washington DC, District of Columbia

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Reviewed 1 week ago

Charming and engrossing small museum

Permanent collection on the history of the region. Miniature houses collected by local patron which are awesome in detail and accuracy. Changing exhibits are well presented. This is second time I've been here in recent years. This time I also went to the garden, perfect...More

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7272014

Columbus, New Jersey, United States

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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

MSV - a lovely place

After visiting the Reynolda House, we traveled to Winchester VA to visit the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley. The gallery has an eclectic collection of art, Native American artifacts, and miniatures. Our guide was informative and enthusiastic. The house and garden are lovely and during...More

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grandpere

Springfield, Virginia

22563

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Worth a Visit

This is an excellent choice of a first “thing to do” in Winchester. It is only a few minutes from the downtown Old Town area, and well worth the trip. The collection is somewhat electric with historical exhibits, a display of miniature house, and some...More

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Kathryn K

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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Tour as part of a conference

What a beautiful museum - so well done and very interesting . We spent a few hours at the exhibits and greatly enjoyed the gardens.

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mamalynx

Glengary, West Virginia

7312

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Lovely Grounds for walking!

I have now been here a few times. Once for an outdoor concert, another for the museum itself, and now to a lecture in Glen Burnie House. Each time I had a great time! They also have lovely gardens for walking and the study of...More

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Gabriel H

Bellaire, Texas, United States

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Reviewed 5 April 2018

AN excellent introduction to the Valley's history and culture

This Museum is located in a modern building, designed by American architect Michael Graves. The exhibits are beautifully displayed and illuminated. The permanent collection includes a number of items that collectively describe the lifestyle of Virginians living in this area for the past several centuries:...More

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Lisa F

Reviewed 5 April 2018 via mobile

Cultural Resource

Visit! Excellent! The standing exhibit provides an extensive and accessible history of the Shenandoah Valley.

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Art L

State College, Pennsylvania

823

Reviewed 16 March 2018

Local History Lesson

Visited the Museum while in Winchester. Displays were nicely done. Moving from section to section seems a bit disjointed as from paintings to historical objects then indian crafts.

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Tami B

8310

Reviewed 6 March 2018

Great Place to Check out

The museum is great lots of interesting things to see/learn about and Glen Burnie (the home and the gardens is there as well). You won't wan tto miss that either.

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