Sports museums in Virginia

Morven Park is a historic estate and horse park located in Leesburg, Virginia. Spanning over 1,000 acres, the park offers a unique blend of history, equestrian activities, and natural beauty. Visitors can explore the grounds, which include the Morven Park Mansion, the Winmill Carriage Museum, formal boxwood gardens, and miles of hiking and riding trails.

The National Sporting Library & Museum (NSLM), located in Middleburg, Virginia, is a unique institution that combines a research library and an art museum. Founded in 1954, the NSLM has grown from a personal library into a renowned institution dedicated to the preservation and study of horse and field sports. The museum offers a rich collection of books, periodicals, archives, and ephemera objects, some dating back to the 16th century.

The Legacy Museum of African American History, located in Lynchburg, Virginia, was established in 1995. The museum's exhibits and permanent collection are dedicated to topics that are central to African American history. These include the historic struggle for civil rights, business and employment, civic and social organizations, entertainment and sports, medicine and health, the Black church, the professions, political life, education, communications, the family, and the arts.

In 2017, the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame underwent a significant change. To reduce expenses and dependence on government support, and to increase sponsorship interest, it changed its business model. The Hall of Fame closed its building in Portsmouth and moved its operations to the Town Center in nearby Virginia Beach. This move has allowed the Hall of Fame to continue its mission in a more sustainable and financially viable way.

Morven Park is a sprawling 1,000-acre historic estate and horse park located in Leesburg, Virginia. The park is home to several attractions including the Morven Park Mansion, the Winmill Carriage Museum, and formal boxwood gardens. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, the park offers miles of hiking and riding trails, as well as athletic fields.