Gloucester Point Attractions

Gloucester Point, originally called Tyndall's Point, is located on the York River - it has been a strategic town throughout history.

Virginia Institute of Marine Science

The Virginia Institute of Marine Sciences located at Gloucester Point is a research and educational advisory service. The institute features Waterman's Hall and for those wishing a more in-depth experience, tours can be arranged to view the current research projects. The Virginia Institute of Marine Sciences hosts an annual Marine Sciences Day on the third Saturday in May where they throw open all the doors and have an Open House.

Address

Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Box 1346
Gloucester Point, VA 23062-1346
United States

Phone 1 (804) 684-7000

Fax 1 (804) 684-7097

http://www.vims.edu

Hours

Always closed on:

Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )