Chimborazo Visitor Center and Medical Museum

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3215 E Broad St

Richmond, VA 23223

+1 (804) 226-1981

http://www.nps.gov

The Chimborazo Visitor Center and Medical Museum, managed by the National Park Service, serves as a gateway for visitors to explore the rich history and natural beauty of America's national parks. It is committed to providing resources and educational opportunities that enhance understanding of the cultural and environmental significance of these protected lands.

As part of a broader initiative to engage communities, the center offers various programs and volunteer opportunities, encouraging public participation in conservation efforts. Through exhibitions and storytelling, it fosters a deeper appreciation for the diverse narratives that shape America's national heritage.

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Amber B.

4/19/2025

My family and I visited while on a road trip. Had some cool medical artifacts and a neat short film that really explained what happened at this sight. Even though the museum is not an original...

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John B.

10/1/2024

This historic visitor center has a short film that tells some interesting medical history about the hospital that was once here and about the overall environment of trying to practice medicine...

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Dani C.

1/31/2024

The starrrrr of the show was the national park ranger that ran the building. I seriously wish I could remember his name. We absolutely enjoyed this museum. It was small but very informative!...

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Mr F G And Mrs M S.

1/23/2025

This building is not the original hospital. You can watch a short film here to know more about the medical history about the original hospital. There is also a small exhibit inside. Very friendly...

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Mike B.

11/28/2022

This is not a big museum, but it is a free museum. The staff there were lovely and more than willing to explain details so that adults and even young children could understand what happened on...

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