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Richmond’s Monument Avenue: Memorializing the Lost Cause Myth

Richmond’s Confederate monuments on Monument Avenue supported the Lost Cause myth and dominated the city’s monumental landscape more than 130 years.

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1811 Richmond Theater Fire

Richmond Theater Fire in 1811 that killed 72 people including the governor of Virginia.

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Arthur Ashe: Richmond History Maker

Arthur Ashe – a professional tennis player, an activist, a Richmonder.

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Student Programs

The Valentine's hands-on programs and tours support history and social studies curricula while sparking curiosity and meeting your learning needs.

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Teaching Resources

Supporting teachers and students is at the heart of the Valentine's mission. Explore our Richmond history resources and teacher opportunities below.