VIOLET BANK MUSEUM

COLONIAL HEIGHTS, VA

Violet Bank Museum is a historic site located in Colonial Heights, Virginia. The museum is housed in a Greek Revival-style mansion that was built in 1840 by Confederate Major Eustace E. Watkins. The mansion was named after the violet flowers that grew on the property. The museum is owned and operated by the City of Colonial Heights.

The museum's exhibits showcase the history and culture of Colonial Heights and the surrounding region. Visitors can explore the mansion's ornate interior, including original furnishings and decorative arts. The museum also features exhibits on the Civil War and the role of Virginia in the conflict.

In addition to its exhibits, Violet Bank Museum hosts educational programs and events throughout the year. The museum offers guided tours for school groups and other visitors, as well as workshops and lectures on a variety of topics related to Virginia's history and culture.

Violet Bank Museum is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, and admission is free. The museum is a popular destination for history buffs, school groups, and families looking to learn more about the rich history of Colonial Heights and the surrounding region.

VIOLET BANK MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in COLONIAL HEIGHTS VA. US MID #8405100006

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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VIOLET BANK MUSEUM
326 ROYAL OAK AVE
COLONIAL HEIGHTS
VA
23834

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