Gloucester Point Attractions
Gloucester Point, originally called Tyndall's Point, is located on the York River - it has been a strategic town throughout history.
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
Hours:
Always closed on: Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May ), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )