FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 10, 2013 Press Contacts: Lynette James, local media contact, City of Portsmouth 757.393-5143, Ext. 5203 | [email protected] Diane Wagner or regional media contact, Bank of America 312.992.2370 | [email protected] The Children’s Museum of Virginia Joins Bank of America Museums on Us® Program The program offers free museum access to bank cardholders at the Children’s Museum of Virginia the first full weekend of each month Portsmouth, VA – The Children’s Museum of Virginia announced today its participation in the Bank of America Museums on Us® program, which provides Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders free general admission during the first full weekend of every month. To qualify for the Museums on Us program, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch customers simply present their credit or debit card and a valid photo ID to gain one free general admission* to any participating institution which is limited to the cardholder and is not to be combined with other offers. “We are delighted to join Bank of America in this exciting program to reach a larger population and welcome them to see the largest museum of its kind in Virginia”, said Nancy Perry, Museum Director. The Museums on Us program, now in its 16th season, has experienced major growth in recent years due to increased demand, bringing the total geographic reach to 31 states across the country. “We are proud to partner with the Children’s Museum of Virginia to enable residents and visitors to take part in exploring culture,” said Charles R. Henderson, Hampton Roads Market President, Bank of America. “By continuing to support and expand our Museums on Us program, we offer our customers access to diverse arts and cultural resources and help our non-profit partners increase their audiences.” Children’s Museum of Virginia, 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 | www.ChildrensMuseumVa.com For a complete listing of Museums on Us participating museums and other program information, visit www.bankofamerica.com/museums. *Museums on Us is not valid for special exhibitions, fundraising events or ticketed shows. Not to be combined with any other discounts or offers. Free admission does not guarantee reservation. Offer valid the first full weekend of each month through December 7 and 8, 2013. About the Children’s Museum of Virginia Children step inside a world where bubbles grow bigger than they are, where the forces of energy electrify and spark their imagination, where they can be a farmer, a banker, a scientist, and more! The all-new Children’s Museum of Virginia includes the Lancaster Antique Toy and Train collection – an attraction for kids of all ages as well as a state-of-the-art planetarium. The Children’s Museum of Virginia is located at 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704. For more information call 757-393-5258 or visit www.childrensmuseumva.com Bank of America Corporate Social Responsibility Bank of America’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a strategic part of doing business globally. Our CSR efforts guide how we operate in a socially, economically, financially and environmentally responsible way across more than 100 markets around the world, to deliver for shareholders, customers, clients and employees. Our goal is to help create economically vibrant regions and communities through lending, investing and giving. By partnering with our stakeholders, we create shared value that empowers individuals and communities to thrive and contributes to the long-term success of our business. We have several core areas of focus for our CSR, including responsible business practices; environmental sustainability; strengthening local communities with a focus on housing, hunger and jobs; investing in global leadership development; and engaging through arts and culture. Learn more at http://www.bankofamerica.com/about and follow us on Twitter at @BofA_Community. For more Bank of America news, visit the Bank of America newsroom. ### Children’s Museum of Virginia, 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 | www.ChildrensMuseumVa.com