Programs & Education

New Exhibits Open  //  Nuevas exposiciones bilingües ya están abiertas
See the new exhibits featuring displays on Native American life, Manassas history, and more in the newly expanded and renovated Museum. All galleries are open free during Museum hours. 

NEW! Summer Camps at the Manassas Museum!

If you are a City resident or have children that attend City schools, check out the summer camps offered with our partners at the ARTfactory. 
Summer Camps
Campamentos celebrados en el Museo de Manassas

 

Founding Frenemies - CopyFounding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians Exhibit
April 15-May 31
See the exhibit that was inspired by the the Musical Hamilton, and learn more about the man who overcame all odds to shape, inspire, and scandalize the newborn America. The exhibit runs through May 31. Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians is organized by the Virginia Museum of History & Culture and presented by TowneBank with support from the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of Virginia.


McDowell__89900 (2)Book Talk: Searching for Irvin McDowell, Forgotten Civil War General
Charla de Libro (Volante en español)
April 27 @ 2PM
Free
Join authors Frank Simione and Gene Schmiel for a discussion about this prominent Civil War General who was once headquartered at Liberia House. Visit cityofmanassas.recdesk.com for more information.

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Charla de las Exposiciones: Ecos de la Guerra
May 11 @ 12PM
Free
Explore the new exhibits with a Museum staff member and discover a new story each month. Tours are appropriate for adults and families with children over 7 years old. Visit cityofmanassas.recdesk.com for more information.


MarketMuseum at the Market
El Museo Visita el Mercado
May 16, 9am - 1pm (or while supplies last)
Free
Meet us at the Harris Pavilion to explore seed planting objects from the Manassas Museum’s collection and pick up a FREE take-and-make activity kit with all the supplies you need to create seed paper that you can plant in your garden.

 IMG_0414 (1) (1) - CopyLiberia Family Day
Día Familiar en el parque Liberia
May 25, 11am - 2pm
Free
Join us for a day of family fun on the lawn at Liberia House! Explore this 1825 historic gem, enjoy games and activities, take in a Civil War Puppet Play performed by Shades of Our Past, and attend a puppet making workshop. Visit cityofmanassas.recdesk.com for more information.

Self-Guided Field Trip
Excursión autoguiada
Take your family on a screen-free field trip and explore three different important historic sites in Manassas that showcase the important contributions of African American residents of the city. The Manassas Museum and the new Manassas City Public Library have partnered to create a guide that includes family-friendly activities and conversation starters as well as a hands-on art activity to complete together. The guide is FREE and available for curbside pickup at the MCPL, at the Echoes Manassas Museum Store, or you can download it here.

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School & Group Visits
Visitas escolares o en grupo
Bring your students to the Manassas Museum! Arrange for a visit that is filled with hands-on activities and is customized to support your class's objectives. 
Request a Tour. 




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