Historic Cemeteries Walking Tour Series: Woodland

Established in 1917 as a rural garden cemetery park, this landscape became overgrown and fell into disrepair as families moved away or died out. Witness the miraculous transformation begun in 2020, when Marvin Harris, the county of Henrico, and private donors joined together to restore this very important historic African American burying ground. Join us as we stroll the restored grounds to honor these community leaders and heroes including: Arthur Ashe, John Jasper, William Washington Browne, Charles Thaddeus Russell, Albert Norrell, Leslie Garland Bolling, Mary Richards Bowser, Zenolbia Gilpin, Thomas Morris Crump, and patriots of the American armed services.

Tour Notes:

• Valentine walking tours are typically between 1-2 miles in length. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water.
• Accessibility: People of all abilities are encouraged to join us. If we can do anything to accommodate your needs, please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected].
• Tours are held rain or shine. However, in extreme weather, a tour may be cancelled. Notifications about tour status and cancellation will be sent to registrants via email. You can also call 804-649-0711 x 301 to verify a tour will take place.

The Valentine’s walking tours are supported in part through a generous partnership with Richmond Region Tourism.