The Historic de Witt Cottage and Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum
Step back in time and into Virginia Beach history at de Witt cottage, the 1895 home of our museum. Take a close up look at our remarkable collection of wildfowl art and carvings in our hunt club setting. Rent this venue: The historic de Witt Cottage, located just steps away from the sands of the Atlantic Ocean, is the perfect location for any celebrated festivity.
Contact
Emily Bodsford
Phone
(757) 437-8432
Website
Address
1113 Atlantic Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Hours
Wednesday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00PM (winter hours)
The historic de Witt Cottage is the oldest remaining structure on the Virginia Beach oceanfront (127 years old). It was constructed in 1895 as a wedding gift by Bernard Peabody Holland, the first mayor of Virginia Beach, for his bride, Emily. They lived in the home for several years with their first child, Walton. They sold the cottage to Cornelius de Witt in 1909. In 1917, the cottage was expanded to twenty-two rooms and remained in the de Witt family until 1988. The Cottage is listed on the City of Virginia Beach, Commonwealth of Virginia and National Registers of Historic Places because of its historic importance and lasting integrity. Today it is home to the Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum and the Back Bay Wildfowl Guild, Inc.
Professional Distinction: Consignment/Retail, Demonstrations, Exhibition
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