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Historic Jackson Ward, Public Art & Murals
Explore the diversity and history of one of Richmond's most vibrant neighborhoods.
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James River & Canals Tour
Explore early Richmond history through the James River and Richmond's ambitious historic canal system.
Featured Stories
Knights of Labor
A new labor model was needed to address the changing economic landscape. That model could be found in the Noble and Holy Order of the Knights of Labor. Founded in 1869, it slowly evolved and expanded its mission and leadership so that by 1879, it was poised to harness the rising frustrations of the working class.
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History Makers in Richmond
Introduce your students to the stories that museums tell with a focus on Virginia history makers, including Pocahontas, Arthur Ashe, Maggie Walker, George Washington.
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Powhatan People
Learn about the Powhatan people who called the Richmond region home prior to colonization.
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Civil Rights Richmond: Housing Discrimination & Redlining
In this programs, students will explore the housing crisis through Richmond’s past in practice, policy and law.
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Monumental
Students will explore monuments as objects of public memory; how are created in our community and how representation and design have changed over time.
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Three Objects, One Story
In this program, students will examine how museums use inquiry-based object analysis to tell stories about particular time periods, people or themes.
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Richmond’s African American Heritage
Explore the important role that African American Richmonders have played in shaping city, state and national history.