The Valentine is again participating in the Time Travelers admission-free weekend! Tourists and locals alike are invited to discover the area's treasures spanning 400 years of fascinating history, including historic homes, museums and other one-of-a-kind attractions. 18 of the Richmond region’s historic sites will offer visitors a “Passport” to time-travel during a special admission-free weekend, […]
Viewed by developers as an opportunity for urban residential growth, Richmond’s historic business district is also known for its 19th-century iron fronts and 20th-century high rises. This tour focuses on the history, architectural styles and ornamentation of these buildings and their adaptive reuse for the 21st century. “Tour guides were beyond belief in their […]
Join us for a special sneak peek of our new Museum District Walking Tour, and a tour of the Virginia Museum of History and Culture's "Fresh Paint: Murals Inspired by the Story of Virginia" exhibition!
Commemorate Memorial Day with a tour of the many beautiful and historic cemeteries of Richmond.
Join us as we explore Richmond's monumental landscape.
In 2037, how would you like Richmond to look, work and feel? The Valentine’s Controversy/History series is partnering with Richmond 300, the city’s master planning process, to explore big questions about the kind of city we hope to become. On October 1, join us to explore the past, present and future of land use in […]
Explore two historic districts, Monroe Ward and Jackson Ward, areas which experienced the height of their development during the 19th century.
Join us for a journey through Richmond history, exploring the iconic sites, neighborhoods, individuals and movements that shaped the River City.
In 2037, how would you like Richmond to look, work and feel? The Valentine’s Controversy/History series is partnering with Richmond 300, the city’s master planning process, to explore big questions about the kind of city we hope to become. On Tuesday, December 3, we'll take a look at who actually has access to the city’s […]
Join Initiatives of Change USA for Intersecting History’s first Museum Crawl on Saturday, December 14, 2019. Participating institutions include: VMFA Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Black History Museum & Cultural Center Virginia Museum of History & Culture American Civil War Museum The Valentine Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., […]
