The Science Museum of Virginia (146)
Mission
The Science Museum of Virginia inspires Virginians to enrich their lives through science.
The Code of Virginia defines the purposes of the Science Museum:
The purposes (§ 23-240) of The Science Museum of Virginia are: • to deepen our understanding of man and his environment; • to promote a knowledge of the scientific method and thus encourage objectivity in the everyday affairs of man; • to engage in instruction and research in the sciences in order to educate citizens of all ages in the concepts and principles of science and how these concepts and principles form the foundation upon ....[more]
Strategic Plan
Last modified: 8/31/2009
Last modified: 8/31/2009
Budget Summary
| Dollars | Positions | |||
| Biennium | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| 2008-2010 | $10,526,366 | $10,537,984 | 98 | 97 |
| 2006-2008 | $10,380,307 | $10,508,836 | 102 | 102 |
| 2004-2006 | $8,865,003 | $9,371,329 | 96 | 97 |
There are 1 capital projects for this agency in Chapter 781, 2009 Acts of the Assembly.
Source: DPB's VABUD database - More Budget Info
Performance Measures
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We will provide a museum experience that will result in a good or excellent rating from at least 95% of museum visitors. |
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Annual Attendance will increase by 2% over previous year. |