Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday Bash

Historic Tuckahoe 12601 River Road, Richmond, Virginia, United States

Celebrate the birthday of Thomas Jefferson at his childhood home. Food offerings available, plant and wine sales, tours of the main house, and more. Pre-purchase for a discount on tickets. ...

$

Richmond Women of the Gilded Age Walking Tour

Bolling Haxall House 211 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond

On this downtown walking tour, explore stories of Richmond women leaders through the sites, figures, and perspectives that influenced Richmond during a decade of significant change. Pair with a visit ...

$

Special Focus Tour: Dining with Shakespeare

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

It’s almost William Shakespeare’s birthday! In commemoration of the bard, join tour guide Tracy Weldon for a look at culinary customs during Shakespeare’s lifetime in Elizabethan England. A brief talk ...

$

Origin Stories: Court End Neighborhood Walking Tour

The Valentine 1015 East Clay Street, Richmond, VA, United States

Explore Richmond’s origin stories in the Valentine’s Court End Neighborhood. One of the oldest Richmond neighborhoods, Court End grew into an affluent area in close proximity to the newly established ...

$

Murals of Jackson Ward Walking Tour

Jackson Ward 124 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA, United States

Explore the diversity of one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Visit murals, revitalized buildings and historic homes and learn the neighborhood’s rich history. Trace its evolution from an immigrant ...

$

School of Rock Midlothian Open House

School of Rock Midlothian 4830 Commonwealth Center Parkway, Midlothian, VA

See the facility and learn about their programs. They will have students showing off their skills with a Sneak Peek at the upcoming End of Season Show. The Instructor Band ...

Free

Special Focus Tour: Shakespeare’s Garden Tour

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

In honor of William Shakespeare's birthday, enjoy a guided tour of Agecroft Hall’s unique Shakespeare Garden. William Shakespeare’s writings reflect beliefs in witchcraft, fairies, and the "language of flowers” that ...

$

Shockoe Hill Cemeteries Walking Tour

Shockoe Hill Cemetery 301 Hospital St, Richmond, VA

Enjoy the grounds, botanical variety, sculptural artworks, and stories of notable tenants laid to rest in the 1822 Shockoe Hill Cemetery, as well as neighboring Hebrew Cemetery and Shockoe Hill ...

$

History of Church Hill Walking Tour

Patrick Henry Park East Broad and 24th streets, Richmond

American revolutionary Patrick Henry once shouted the legendary words, “Give me liberty or give me death!” in this iconic Richmond district. Explore the evolving history of one of Richmond’s oldest ...

$

LGBT History of Carytown Walking Tour

Carytown

A commercial district known as the mile of style, Carytown is also beloved for the businesses, people and places that have supported Richmond’s LGBTQ+ community from the 1970’s to the ...

$

Ashland Train Day

Ashland Town Hall 121 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA, United States

The 20th annual street festival and railroad extravaganza celebrates Ashland’s love for trains with family-friendly railroad history, model trains, touch-a-truck, live music, kiddie rides, festival food, dance music, gift shopping, ...

Free

Special Focus Tour: Dining with Shakespeare

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

In commemoration of the Bard, whose 460th birthday we mark this month, join tour guide Tracy Weldon for a look at culinary customs during Shakespeare’s lifetime in Elizabethan England. A ...

$

Spring Festival at Historic Eppington

Eppington 14201 Eppes Falls Rd, Chesterfield, VA

Meet historical reenactors portraying Native, Powhatan, English colonists, Revolutionary War soldiers, and Civil War figures. Encounter historical figures like Thomas Jefferson, Francis Eppes, and Marquis de Lafayette. Experience colonial life ...

Free

Samurai Armor 101

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 200 N Boulevard, Richmond, VA, United States

This class offers a glimpse into the life and culture of the elite Japanese warriors known as samurai. Students will have the opportunity to learn the history of the samurai ...

$

Mother’s Day Peony Picnic

Historic Tuckahoe 12601 River Road, Richmond, Virginia, United States

Enjoy the beautiful grounds and gardens of Tuckahoe during peony season. Bring your own picnic lunch, or grab some from a food truck, and celebrate mom with the whole family. ...

$

160th Anniversary of the Battle of Cold Harbor

Cold Harbor Battlefield, Richmond National Battlefield Park 5515 Anderson_Wright Drive, Mechanicsville

Explore the 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Cold Harbor, site of the 1864 battle between United States and Confederate armies. This year’s event features living history demonstrations, including Ulysses ...

Free

Liberty or Death Church Tours

St. John's Church 2401 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Visit St. John's Church, the location of the Second Virginia Convention, and hear the fascinating story of Patrick Henry and his 'Liberty or Death" speech in the heady days on ...

$

Rock Talk: All about rocks, minerals, and geology

Rockwood Nature Center 3401 Courthouse Road, North Chesterfield, VA

Explore and discuss the unique rocks, minerals, and geological features of Rockwood Park. Participants will embark on a guided hike on and off trails with a nature educator to examine ...

$

Special Focus Tour: Dining with Shakespeare

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

In commemoration of the Bard, William Shakespeare, join tour guide Tracy Weldon for a look at culinary customs during Shakespeare’s lifetime in Elizabethan England. A brief talk is followed by ...

$

History and Culture Day: Jones – Stewart Mansion Tours

Chippokes Plantation State Park 695 Chippokes Park Rd, Surry, VA

This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion. The Jones-Stewart ...

Free

Liberty or Death Reenactment

St. John's Church 2401 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Witness Patrick Henry convince his fellow Delegates to take up arms against the King.9:30 PM Visitor Center Opens for walk-up Ticket Sales. Call 804.648.5015 to confirm availability.10:00 AM Tour presentation ...

$

RVA Music Lovers Bus Tour

The Valentine 1015 East Clay Street, Richmond, VA, United States

In honor of 804 Day and in partnership with Shockoe Records and Richmond Music Week, join the Valentine for a journey through the city’s vibrant music scene, past and present. ...

$
Event Series Jammin’ on the James

Jammin’ on the James

Wilton House Museum 215 S. Wilton Rd., Richmond, VA

On the second Saturday of each month this summer for an outdoor concert at Wilton, featuring local bands Sharkk Heartt and Sam Rae, Cary Street Ramblers, and 64 Crayons. Pack ...

$

Event Series Fossil Hunting Excursions

Fossil Hunting Excursions

Stratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VA

Dating from the Miocene Epoch - approximately 17 to 10 million years ago, the Stratford Cliffs are part of a rare geological phenomenon ranking among the most important fossil research ...

$

Virginia Thanksgiving Festival

Berkeley Plantation 12602 Harrison Landing Road, Charles City, VA, United States

The festivities begin at 11:00 a.m. with the Colonial period re-enactors, encampment. petting zoo, parade, tribal dancers, choral groups, and musicians. Families take part in Colonial games, dancing, and demonstrations. ...

$
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