The work of photographers Scott Elmquist, Chad Hunt, Jay Paul, and others, “Portraits: The Style Weekly Photograph Archive” is on display at The Valentine.
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A comprehensive civics resource for Virginia students, Civics Connects units will be introduced throughout the year, beginning in July 2024.
A new Visitor Center is coming to Downtown Richmond thanks to a partnership between Richmond Region Tourism and The Valentine – slated to open in September.
It’s summer, which means it’s time to put up your feet and take some time off! From hot springs, to beaches, to hikes, and rollercoasters, for hundreds of years, Virginians…
On July 20, 1774, the citizens of Hanover County met at the courthouse to elect representatives for the upcoming First Virginia Convention at Williamsburg. Patrick Henry and John Syme were…
Commemorating the enslaved Africans and African Americans who built and sustained Stratford Hall and the Lee family for generations. This will be a full day of remembering and honoring those…
This living history event brings to life the experiences of fighting in the Pacific Theater and the home front during World War II. Guests will have the chance to learn…
An examination of such marriages, particularly in 18th and 19th century southern states, reveals how marriage has long been a widespread and effective means of counteracting class, gender, and even…
Discover the rich and varied heritage of this vibrant community we call home. Join to hear the stories of the people, places, and events through tours and hands-on activities
Discover the rich and varied heritage of this vibrant community we call home. Join to hear the stories of the people, places, and events through tours and hands-on activities.
This 45-minute guided tour highlights Agecroft Hall’s formal gardens and uncovers the garden connections between England’s King Henry VIII, Mediterranean pirates, and Chief Powhatan. Discover the characteristics of a 20th-century…
Enjoy a tour of Agecroft Hall’s unique Shakespeare Garden. William Shakespeare’s writings reflect beliefs in witchcraft, fairies, and the “language of flowers,” all of which were quite common in Elizabethan…
