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Museum of Chincoteague

7125 Maddox Blvd., P.O.Box 352, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
757-336-6117
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Type: History Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Located at the entrance of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, this museum chronicles the island's history and of the oystering and seafood... more » Owner description: Located at the entrance of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, this museum chronicles the island's history and of the oystering and seafood business that was a major force in shaping the island's economy. « less
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Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
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82 reviews 82 reviews
19 attraction reviews
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44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

This museum is not very large but it is jam-packed with all sorts of historical information, artifacts, and natural history displays that give a good sense of the history of the area and it's rich heritage of harvesting the bounty of the sea and bays that surround the island. It is a great place to spend and hour or so!

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chincoteague
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

My husband and I had a wonderful time at this annual fundraiser, what a great idea, and lovely to see so many talented locals supporting their community museum. The Sangria was especially tastey. We'll be back next year!

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Philadelphia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

The Musuem of Chincoteague Island has reopened for the 2013 season with fresh new exhbits, a wall of local photographs and Misty corraled right in the front room. All the reasons to love this charming, laid-back Eastern Shore community are on display. New for 2013, there are 3 to 5 day programs run by the Museum and offered through Road... More

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virginia
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33 attraction reviews
Reviews in 58 cities Reviews in 58 cities
101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

If you visited the Museum more than two years ago, come back again! If you have never visited the Museum, it is a great way to learn about the past, present, and future of this one of a kind island. (Trip Advisor just named it the seventh best island in the USA.) The exhibits are fascinating, chronicling the history of... More

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Westchester, New York, United States
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Wonderful exhibits and really great for kids. The scavenger hunt was great fun for all. Don't miss it!

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New Jersey
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

Very interesting and worth the admission cost. Don't miss it as you are going over the bridge to the Wildlife Refuge.

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Petoskey, Michigan
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2012

This is a lovely museum. Anyone who has read the Misty of Chincoteague stories must visit! Misty and Stormy are both here.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2012

I had the opportunity to visit the Museum of Chincoteague last weekend and found it to be a little treasure, very interesting and very well done. I would suggest it a MUST on your next visit to this wonderful little Island. The fee is so reasonable, what can you do for $3.00? To the members, a job very well done... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Well stocked with local historical information and a good flow to see it all. Do the scavenger hunt, it really adds to the enjoyment.

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Ellicott City, Maryland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Stopped in on a gray, rainy afternoon - and what a surprise! A fun scavenger hunt kept everyone in the family looking and learning about this charming Island. A great place for kids of all ages.

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