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Manassas Museum reopening date set

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According to a Manassas City Councilwoman, the Manassas Museum will reopen in July. The museum, at 9101 Prince William Street, has been undergoing a more than $7 million renovation and expansion since last summer. During that time, the facility was closed. Councilwoman Sonia Vasquez Luna: "It is looking good! “We are excited to announce the museum will reopen Saturday, July 29th! Museum hours will be 10 AM to 5 PM daily. Explore new spaces, shop in Echoes, the Manassas Museum store, and see the new Manassas Timeline exhibition. Other exhibit galleries will reopen later this fall.”

The museum continues offering residents programs and historical tours during the building's construction and closure.

The Manassas Museum was initially constructed in leased space in 1974 as a temporary before relocating to its current location in 1991. The design for the original museum was provided by architect Carlton Abbott, of Carlton Abbott and Partners in Williamsburg.

Its original design’s traditional, fort-like form is meant to pay homage to the city’s agricultural and Civil War history. The front lawn serves as the city’s “town green” and has hosted many formal and informal events and activities. According to city spokeswoman Patty Prince, a significant portion of this project’s funding comes from Mae Merchant, a late city resident. Merchant, who passed away in 2014 at the age of 90, served in committees such as the Board of The Manassas Historic Resources and the Board of The Manassas Museum. She left the city $1 million to fund the expansion. As renovations continue, Echoes, the Manassas Museum Store, has moved to a temporary location at the Railway Depot. Programs and tours will continue to be offered to keep the community updated on the progress of the development of the renovations.

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