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World Class Museums

Delve into the captivating world of history at any of Prince William County's interactive museums. Wander through the centuries of Marine Corps history and heritage at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, walk through the footsteps of wounded soldiers at Ben Lomond Historic Site, learn the history of an old river town at the Mill House Museum, or explore 18th, 19th, and 20th-century styles at the Weems-Botts Museum. Immerse yourself in the past and unravel the fascinating stories that have shaped our world.

Haymarket Museum

  • 15025 Washington Street

The Haymarket Museum chronicles the story of a small, 19th-century town and its surrounding agricultural community. Haymarket was established in 1799 and was well known for the Red House Tavern, built along the historic Old Carolina Road, as well as the Jockey Club, an organization that sponsored…

Medal of Honor Theater

  • 1775 Semper Fidelis Way

The Giant Screen Certified Medal of Honor Theater located in the National Museum of the Marine Corps features stadium seating for 369 and offers a one of a kind sound and projection system. Shown in the Theater is our signature film 'We, The Marines" which follows the journey of Marines from boot…

Mill House Museum

  • 413 Mill Street

This museum, which was once used as a miller's office, is all that remains of the nation's first automated grist mill. The intriguing beginnings of Occoquan as an 18th century mill town, Colonial and Civil War history are presented through exhibits, presentations, artifacts and memorabilia at the…

National Museum of the Marine Corps

  • 1775 Semper Fidelis Way

This state-of-the-art facility honors, preserves and narrates America's story through the eyes of U.S. Marines. Its magnificent architectural design features a dramatic 210-foot tilted steel mast and glass atrium inspired by the flag raisings at Iwo Jima, Inside, a massive "Leatherneck Gallery" and…

Weems Botts Museum

  • 3944 Cameron Street

Museum tours include an overview of Dumfries' significant colonial history as well as a look into the house’s historic past. Visitors travel through time as they tour the period rooms decorated in 18th, 19th, and 20th century styles while learning about how the property was used as a vestry by the…

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Lucasville School

  • 10516 Godwin Drive

Lucasville School Served local African-American students, grades 1 through 6. Originally built in 1885, it operated…

Rippon Lodge

  • 15520 Blackburn Road

Open since 2007, Rippon Lodge Historic Site is the second oldest residence in Prince William County. Situated on…