Winter Wonderland & The Coleman Nursery Collection at Children's Museum of Virginia

About this adventure

A cherished Hampton Roads holiday custom spanning more than half a century, the historic Coleman Nursery Christmas Collection comes to life annually inside the Children's Museum of Virginia. Generations of local families have grown up visiting this nostalgic wonderland of animated holiday animals, sleeping bears, busy forest elves, vintage mechanical singing gondoliers, and festive Victorian village vignettes. Beyond the vintage displays, the museum's two expansive floors feature interactive winter science labs, holiday model train exhibits, costumed character storytimes, and seasonal arts and crafts. Children can pose for photos with Santa Claus, ice skate in their socks on a frictionless winter rink, and discover the wonder of childhood holidays past and present. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Completely barrier-free museum facility with elevators, broad exhibition aisles, and dedicated indoor stroller parking zones. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Private mother's nursing lounge with comfortable armchairs and electrical outlets, plus multiple family restrooms with changing stations. • Age Suitability: Specially designed for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school children ages 0 to 10. • Sensory Tips: Gentle indoor lighting and nostalgic musical animatronics; designated quiet sensory break corner available on the second floor.