County Offices Historic Resources Isle of Wight County Museum
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The
Isle of Wight County Museum
was founded in 1976 by a group of volunteers dedicated to the preservation of
county history. Interpreting local history, the museum’s exhibits include
prehistoric fossils, Native American and Colonial artifacts, a country store
and displays regarding the ham industry and perhaps the museum’s most notable
artifact: the world’s oldest, edible cured ham.
Smithfield, VA 23430 (757) 356-1223 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday & 1-5 p.m. Sunday Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
2010 Events
Sept. 7. Tell Me a
Story. 10:30-11
a.m. This
program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols
of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and
games. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Theme: Cotton.
Oct. 12. Tell Me a Story. 10:30-11 a.m. This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Theme: Archaeology. Oct. 17. Curatorial Lecture: The First Residents of Isle of Wight County. 2 p.m. Recent archaeological digs in Virginia provide compelling evidence that humans inhabited Virginia at least 18,000 years ago. Long before the first English settlers arrive in Jamestown and Isle of Wight. Isle of Wight County Museum Curator Tracey Neikirk discusses these first residents. Oct. 31. No Tricks. Only Treats. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Costumed youngsters are encouraged to visit for a Halloween surprise. Nov. 9. Tell Me a Story. 10:30-11 a.m. This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Theme: Native Americans and the Warraskoyak of Isle of Wight County. Dec. 11-12. Spice Bags. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Create your own spice bag for the cold months ahead. In 18th century, the wealthier classes carried small bags of spices, dried herbs and flowers. A great project for families. Dec. 14. Tell Me a Story. 10:30-11 a.m. This program, geared for children ages 3 to 5, introduces youngsters to the symbols of Isle of Wight and features books, songs and games. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Theme: Colonial Christmas. |
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