Storytime at the Memorial: U.S. NAVY 250th Anniversary Celebration – October 14, 2025

NEW THIS FALL!
Storytime at the Memorial is now happening one weekday and one Saturday each month. Join us 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 certified K-9 Caring Angel Therapy Dog!

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

Preregistration is not required to attend and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Questions? Please contact, Lizzie Oglesby at Elizabeth.Oglesby@dvs.virginia.gov.