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Location
Visitor tip
Don't miss the hidden Bamboo Garden behind the red metal gates near the Tea House—reviewers describe it as a mystical jungle-like experience that's easy to overlook but highly memorable.
Best time
Visit during warmer months (late April-October) when gardens are in full bloom. Gardens are only open Tuesday-Sunday, March-December, but spring and fall offer the most vibrant displays.
Visitor tip
Children under 12 receive free admission ($25 adults, $17 seniors, $12 students), and the scavenger hunts (gnome hunt and statue location game) provide engaging activities that keep kids entertained while exploring the grounds.
About Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
18th-century art & regional history. Museum & plantation home showcasing 18th-century art, a mini-house collection & regional history.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- Winchester, VA
- Features
- Gardens, landscape, and trails
- Membership
- Available with free admission and discounted shows
What visitors say
Museum had an interesting display of photographs, history of the area and artwork. The Asian garden and the water features were the most attractive. The Glen Bernie house was interesting with a friendly informative host.
You can spend the entire day at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley! There is so much more than just a museum on the property and everything is included with your museum ticket (excluding special events). We walked through the museum -…
Wonderful museum rich in local history of the Shenandoah Valley. There are seasonal and annual art exhibits along with manicured gardens to explore. The 90 acres boasts more than 3 miles of walking trails and wildlife to explore. Prices…
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Did You Know?
- The museum spans 90 acres with over 3 miles of walking trails and includes multiple themed gardens such as a Japanese tea garden, bamboo forest, and formal boxwood gardens, all included with general admission
- The museum features a notable miniatures collection that is significant enough to warrant dedicated exhibit space and visitor interest, complemented by a mini-house collection showcasing dollhouse exhibits
- The Glen Burnie historic house, an 18th-century plantation home on the museum grounds, is available for visitors to tour and is frequently highlighted as a standout feature by visitors
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