Storytime at the Memorial: U.S. NAVY 250th Anniversary Celebration – October 4, 2025

NEW THIS FALL!
Storytime at the Memorial is now happening one weekday and one Saturday each month. Join us on Saturday, October 4 and Tuesday, October 14 at the Virginia War Memorial for free, educator-led readings of children’s history books and fun craft activities. Families are welcome—recommended for kids ages 4 to 10. This Month’s Featured Book: My Sailor Dad by Ross H. Mackenzie  Craft Activity: Decorate and assemble toy airplanes and enjoy coloring ten different types of battleship coloring pages. Special Saturday Bonus: Meet Ember, the Virginia War Memorial’s Official Storytime Canine Ambassador – a certified  K-9 Caring Angel Therapy Dog!

Bring your little history buffs for a memorable, hands-on learning experience!

Questions? Please contact, Lizzie Oglesby at [email protected].

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Virginia War Memorial

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