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Richmond History Makers

Richmond and the Olympic Torch

Are you surprised that Richmond has an Olympic history? It does! In 1996, the Olympic torch passed through and even spent the night here, on its way to Atlanta. 

Essay: Edward Valentine’s Life and Career

An in-depth look at Edward Valentine's artistic and museum pursuits.

Edward V. Valentine

A Quick Look: Edward Virginius Valentine was a sculptor and former president of the Valentine Museum. His art spread the Lost Cause myth created after the Civil War.

The Valentine to Recognize Richmond History Makers Past and Present

Student City Tours

Broad Street Train Station

Broad Street Train Station was designed by John Russell Pope, who also created designs for the Branch House on Monument Avenue and the Jefferson Memorial, National Gallery of Art, and National Archives in Washington, D.C.