The Museum of the Shenandoah Valley (MSV) is dedicated to preserving and enriching the cultural life and heritage of the Valley. The Museum sits on land originally claimed by Winchester founder James Wood in 1735. Today the museum site consists of the Museum with multiple galleries, event halls, the MSV Makerspace, and the Museum Store; the Glen Burnie historic house; and seven acres of formal gardens. The MSV’s galleries contain changing exhibitions celebrating the history, culture, and art of the Shenandoah Valley.