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 A trip back in time |
4305 Sulgrave Rd Richmond, VA 23221 United States +1 804 353 4241 http://www.agecrofthall.com |
This Tudor house once overlooked the Irwell River in Lancashire, England. It was moved, in 1929, to this site, reminiscent of the original, overlooking the James River in Richmond's Windsor Farms neighborhood. Agecroft contains furnishings dating from 1485 to 1660 including an interesting 1610 lantern clock that tells time only on the hour. Landscape artist Charles Gillette designed the gardens. They include an Elizabethan knot garden as well as one based on a pond garden at England's Hampton Court Palace. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Famous firsts |
12602 Harrison Landing Rd Richmond, VA 23030 United States +1 804 829 6081 / +1 888 466 6018 http://www.berkeleyplantation.... |
Enjoy the same view of the James River that English settlers saw when they landed here and celebrated the first official Thanksgiving in 1619. During the Civil War, President Lincoln was so impressed with the hospitable ladies of Berkeley, he ordered his troops to leave the plantation unscathed. Taps, a haunting, American military tune, was composed here while the Union Forces were encamped. Charles City is about 90 minutes from Richmond. Take I-64 east to Route 155 south to Route 5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Cornerstone of history |
1109 W Franklin St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 353 2668 http://www.bethahabah.org/bama... |
A cornerstone remains from a German synagogue burned in the 1939 Kristalnacht and the Beth Ahaba Museum and Archive rests upon it. In addition to this moving memorial, the museum features a collection of artifacts of Jewish life and history. There is also an archival research center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 From Bojangles to John Bigger |
00 Clay St Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 780 9093 http://www.blackhistorymuseum.org |
Richmond was the home of Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, a dancer who found fame when he appeared in movies with child-star Shirley Temple. This museum explores his life. Works by contemporary artists such as John Bigger and R.H. Polk are also featured. The building was built in 1832. It is an example of Federal/Greek Revival architecture. It is also convenient to the Valentine Museum and the Maggie Walker House. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A moving memorial |
111 Rochelle Ln Richmond, VA 23803 United States +1 804 733 2396 http://www.petersburg-va.org/t... |
The lives of 30,000 Confederate soldiers were lost during the Siege of Petersburg, one of the most devastating events of the Civil War. Blandford Church, built in 1735, now honors their memory. Here, at their graves, the first Memorial Day was observed in 1866. Fifteen Tiffany stained-glass windows, designed in their honor, adorn the building. Donated by southern states after the war, this is one of only seven complete sets of Tiffany windows in existence. To reach Petersburg take I-95 south about 30 minutes from Richmond. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mr. Bojangles dances |
Adams St & Chamberlayne Pkwy Richmond, VA 23223 United States |
Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, who became famous dancing in movies with child star Shirley Temple, invented many new tap steps that continue to influence dancers today. Richmond celebrates its native son with a statue of him dancing. The statue stands next to a traffic light that Robinson, out of concern for the safety of children crossing the streets of Jackson Ward, donated to the city in the 1930s. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grandest house in town |
Centre Hill Court Richmond, VA 23803 United States +1 804 733 2401 |
Centre Hill, built in 1823 and remodeled in the 1840s, then again in 1901, displays the evolution of several architectural styles. Once the residence of the Bolling family, it has always been the most magnificent home in the city. Ornate woodwork and a 1840s service tunnel that connects the work area of the house to the city are special features of Centre Hill. Petersburg is about a half hour from Richmond. Take I-95 south into the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun and learning |
2626 W Broad St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 474 2667 http://www.c-mor.org/ |
Designed especially for young children, this innovative museum lets kids explore the wonders of the world around them and have fun at the same time. All exhibits are interactive and encourage children and adults to participate. The Tour de Tummy teaches about the digestive system as children and adults enter through the giant mouth into the stomach. The museum is located next to the Science Museum of Virginia. Special events occur throughout the year; check the calendar on the Web site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See it all at city hall |
901 E Broad St 9th & Broad Streets Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 646 5990 http://www.ci.richmond.va.us/d... |
Watch the city's hub-bub from its hub. One of the best views of the city and its skyline including the clock tower of Main Street Station, the spires of Old City Hall and the gentle slope of Church Hill is from the observation deck at City Hall. Traveling in an elevator or, for the more ambitious, walking up the stairs 19 floors up to view the lights and sights of Richmond is a thrilling experience. Admission after 5pm is through the guard station. There is no charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eighteenth-century splendor |
6701 John Tyler Hwy Richmond, VA 23030 United States +1 800 473 5075 http://www.jamesriverplantatio... |
This Georgian home was originally part of Westover Plantation and was named by William Byrd for his daughter. In 1847, Evelynton became home to the Ruffin family. Their patriarch, Edmund Ruffin, fired the first shot at Fort Sumter which started the Civil War. A combination ticket is available with Berkeley, Sherwood Forest and Shirley plantations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A magnificant mansion |
901 East Grace St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 371 8687 |
The home of Virginia governors since the early 1800s, this Federal-style house is located in Capitol Square. It is the oldest governor's mansion in continuous use in the country. Confederate general Robert E. Lee lay in state in one of the rooms. Prominent governors that have resided in the home include Harry Byrd, who later served 32 years in the US Senate and L. Douglas Wilder, the first elected African-American governor in the country. The home can be toured by appointment only during the designated hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Safe-keeping |
19 Bollingbrook St Richmond, VA 23803 United States +1 804 733 2400 |
Built in 1817, the Farmers Bank is one of the oldest bank buildings in America. Upper floors have rooms where the cashier and his family lived and contain period furnishings that reflect the living conditions of the people who worked there. One of the most interesting features of the bank is its original safe, kept in the cashier's office. The safe was lowered through the floor to the vault at night. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of money |
701 East Byrd St Richmond, VA 23261 United States +1 804 697 8110 http://www.richmondfed.org/abo... |
Gleaming gold and shining silver, and other examples of money through the ages fill this museum at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Exhibits include items once used for barter all over the world. Collections also highlight paper money of Virginia from 1755 to 1865, including the currency of the Confederacy. Prior reservations are required, see their website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A past of triumph and tragedy |
112 N Railway Ave (Ashland-Hanover Visitor Center) Richmond, VA 23005 United States +1 804 752 6766 / +1 800 897 1479 |
Hanover was the center of the "Great Awakening" of the American Revolution led by resident Reverend Samuel Davies. Patrick Henry was born here, studied law here and lived here at the time of his famous liberty speech. His residence, Scotchtown, is open to the public. Hanover was also the birthplace of Henry Clay, another important figure during the Revolution. During the Civil War, the bloody Seven Days Battles took place here. The battlefields are now National Parks. Take 64 east to Route 360 (Mechanicsville Turnpike) to reach Hanover. It is about a 20-minute drive from Richmond. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Revolutionary toasts |
13181 Hanover Courthouse Rd Richmond, VA 23069 United States +1 804 537 5050 http://www.hanovertavern.org/p... |
Travelers on the road from Washington to Richmond have stopped at this site since 1733. The original owner of the tavern was William Parks, founder of the Virginia Gazette. He left it to his son-in-law, John Shelton, who became the father-in-law of Patrick Henry. Henry, the great orator of the American Revolution, lived here for some time, beginning in 1757. Part of the original building remains, but most of the present tavern was built in 1780. It has endured as a stagecoach stop, a tavern and an inn. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Pocahontas to Sears & Roebuck |
4100 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell Visitors Center Richmond, VA 23860 United States +1 804 541 2461 / +1 800 863 8687 http://www.ci.hopewell.va.us/ |
In 1864, General Grant selected City Point as the Union Headquarters. His T-shaped cabin still stands. Other attractions are: Appomattox Plantation (1763); Crescent Hills, a neighborhood with one of America's largest concentrations of Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalog Houses by Mail; the home and burial place of the only son of Pocahontas and John Rolfe and Weston Manor, an elegant 18th-century Tidewater mansion. After touring local landmarks and historic sites, take in a show at the Swift Creek Mill Theater or enjoy seasonal riverside concerts. Hopewell is a 20-minute drive from Richmond. Take Exit 9A on I-95 south. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Supreme architecture |
818 E Marshall St Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 648 7998 http://www.apva.org/marshall/ |
Built in 1790, this is the oldest brick house surviving in Richmond. For 45 years it was the home of the third Chief Justice of the United States, John Marshall. Restored as a museum, it contains original home furnishings and artifacts from Marshall's professional life. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Like a fairy-tale palace |
6 North Laurel Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 648 0546 |
Minarets and mosaics adorn this enchanting building. It seems to have leapt out of the Arabian Nights onto Richmond's Laurel Street. Marbled halls, columns and more elaborate mosaic work fill the interior and you almost suspect a genie might be waiting around the next corner. This theater, formerly called The Mosque because of its Middle Eastern look, was built in 1926 by the Shriners as their Acca Temple Shrine. The city purchased it in 1940 and restored it in 1994-95. Guided group tours are available by appointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Flowers everywhere |
1800 Lakeside Ave Richmond, VA 23228 United States +1 804 262 9887 http://www.lewisginter.org |
In the 1880s, Lewis Ginter, a wealthy businessman, opened a resort on this land just northwest of Richmond. An avid gardener, he planted and cared for much of the foliage that still thrives in the park today. Upon his death, the property passed to his niece who opened a hospice for children in Ginter's home. She also cultivated the gardens and imported several rare plants. The land is now operated by the city as a botanical garden. Explore the Victorian garden, nature trails and the home, and perhaps stop at the Tea House for lunch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Astonishing archives |
800 East Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219-8000 United States +1 804 692 3500 http://www.lva.lib.va.us/ |
It is easy to get happily lost in the vast collections of the Library of Virginia. The building contains 83 million manuscripts and more than a million books, periodicals, newspapers, prints, photographs and maps. The items in the rare book collection provide fascinating browsing; many contain early woodcuts and lithographs. The photo collection includes a comprehensive view of the 1939 World's Fair, antique tobacco labels, and currency. The Library also features changing exhibits relevant to Virginia history on the ground floor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Success against all odds |
600 N 2nd St Richmond, VA 23223 United States +1 804 771 2017 http://www.nps.gov/mawa/index.htm |
"Let us have a bank that takes nickels and turns them into dollars." These were the words of Maggie Walker in a speech to the Board of what is now the oldest surviving black-operated bank in the United States, Consolidated Bank and Trust. This remarkable woman was its founder and was also the developer of a successful insurance company that worked to ensure proper health care and burials for African-Americans. Ms. Walker was the daughter of a former slave and a white abolitionist. The 22-room house built in 1883, where she lived for 30 years, is now open to the public for tours. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Magnificent magnolia |
10020 Iron Bridge Rd Richmond, VA 23832 United States +1 804 796 1479 |
Built in 1822 by William Winfree, Magnolia Grange is a beautiful and carefully restored Federal-style plantation home. The house features wallpaper and carpeting which are not usually found in other Richmond area restored homes. Magnolia is also noted for its elaborate ceiling medalions and carvings on its doors, windows and mantels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Victorian vision |
2201 Shields Ave Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 358 7166 http://www.maymont.org/ |
Built in 1893, this home on the James River is a classic example of Victorian architecture and landscaping. The house is filled with period furniture including a magnificent swan bed. Trees and plants from all over the world were cultivated here by the owners. The English, Japanese and Italian gardens are romantic spots for strolling and picnicking. A carriage collection, children's farm and small zoo are other favorite attractions. Admission to the home and children's farm is free, although donations are requested. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meander through meadow |
3400 Mountain Rd Richmond, VA 23229 United States +1 804 501 5520 http://www.co.henrico.va.us/re... |
Children will love Meadow Farm. This living history site features animals to see and pet and special games and activities just for the small and curious. A restored 1860 farmhouse and its outbuildings are here to tour, giving visitors a comprehensive idea of what country life was like in the 1800s. Examples of special activities are needlework circles, a favorite social event for women of the era, and group games that children played during the period. Adults will enjoy the farmhouse too, as well as the 150 acres of park grounds that surround it. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stonewall and cobblestones |
1600 Monument Ave Richmond, VA 23220 United States http://www.monumenthouse.com/r... |
Cobblestoned Monument Avenue is the only street in the country declared a national historic site. This is a favorite local spot for talking a walk. After the Civil War, statues were erected on Monument Avenue to honor Confederate heroes. These include Confederate President Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, commander of the Confederate Army, and General "Stonewall" Jackson, so called because he rode upon his horse immovable and expressionless as a stone wall. To better illustrate Richmond's cultural diversity, a statue of tennis great Arthur Ashe, a Richmond native, was added in 1996. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Generals of the gentry |
1201 E Clay St Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 649 1861 http://www.moc.org |
This neoclassical mansion was built in 1818. President Jefferson Davis lived here during the Civil War years, and several pieces of furniture owned by him are on display. Adjacent to the restored White House is a museum containing more than 15,000 artifacts and 500 flags from the Confederate era. The collection includes the swords and other personal effects of Generals Jackson, Lee and Stuart. Personal papers, government documents, journals and rare books are on exhibit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Blowing off steam |
102 Hull St Richmond, VA 23224 United States +1 804 233 6237 http://www.odcnrhs.org/docs/mu... |
Step into a restored Railway Express Agency car and explore the railroad history of Richmond. Photographs and artifacts await you inside. In addition to the museum, a former Southern Railway passenger station is right next door. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Find a brother in arms |
6125 Boydton Plank Rd Richmond, VA 23803 United States +1 804 861 2408 / +1 877 726 7546 http://www.pamplinpark.org |
Three million men fought in the Civil War and the exhibits at this museum comprehensively demonstrate their circumstances and ideologies. Other attractions at Pamplin Historic Park include Tudor Hall Plantation, an 1812 Greek-revival home that was the brigade headquarters of Confederate General Samuel McGowan, and the Breakthrough Trail, an 1865 battlefield where Grant's Union forces broke Lee's defensive line guarding Petersburg. Three historic, walkable trails that take from 15-30 minutes each to walk - perfect for families with young children or those interested in some light walking in a gorgeous setting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Over 300 years of history |
425 Cockade Alley Petersburg Visitors Center Richmond, VA 23803 United States +1 804 733 2400 http://www.petersburg-va.org |
Because of its proximity to Richmond, Petersburg was a strategic location during the Civil War. A ten-month siege here in 1864 was the turning point of the war and the battlefield is the site of the largest military explosion before the atomic bomb. The Petersburg National Battlefield Park, Blandford Church and the unusual Trapezium House are a few of many attractions in the city. Petersburg is about thirty minutes from Richmond. Take I-95 south into the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An explosive site |
1539 Hickory Hill Rd Richmond, VA 23803 United States +1 804 732 3531 http://www.nps.gov/pete/ |
A yawning crater still scars the site of Petersburg's Civil War battlefield. It was created when Union troops dug tunnels to detonate explosives under Confederates. The method killed thousands of men in an effort to break the line of defense. about a half hour Petersburg was under siege for ten months because it was strategic to taking the Confederacy and its capitol in nearby Richmond. A monument at the Park was recently erected to honor the contributions of African-American soldiers who served in both the Confederate and Union armies. Petersburg is 25 miles south of Richmond. Take I-95 south to Route 36 to reach the battlefield. No fee for Five Forks or Grant's Headquarters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tribute to Poe |
1914 E Main St Richmond, VA 23233 United States +1 804 648 5523 / +1 888 213 2763 http://www.poemuseum.org |
The original draft of Edgar Allan Poe's famous poem, "The Raven," along with other memorabilia of the life of this unusual writer, is on display in this museum. Poe grew up in Richmond and made frequent visits to the city throughout his life. The author's mysterious death is as intriguing as the tales he wrote. It was in Richmond that he was last seen before he was discovered, beaten and delirious, in Baltimore. He died shortly afterwards. The Poe Museum, housed in Richmond's oldest stone building. Admission: USD6 adults; USD5 seniors and students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bloody battles and trenches |
3215 East Broad Street Richmond, VA 23223 United States +1 804 226 1981 http://www.nps.gov/rich/ |
The grim site of Chimborazo, one of the Confederacy's largest hospitals, begins a tour of the Civil War battlefields of Richmond. A map obtained here will lead you to the sites of the Battles of Chickahominy Bluff, Beaver Dam Creek, and many more. The bloodiest battle of all was at Cold Harbor. The losses here were greater than those at Gettysburg when time is figured in; 16,000 men were lost, 8,000 in one hour. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Offering the sun, moon and stars |
2500 W Broad St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 864 1400 / +1 800 659 1727 http://www.smv.org/ |
Explore the universe at Richmond's Science Museum. A variety of hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and an IMAX theater make this spot a favorite of families. Children and adults will find something to fascinate them at every turn. The museum features a children's theater, live shows of the current night sky and a journey into the living cell. Also shown here are current IMAX films. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tyler in Tidewater |
14501 John Tyler Hwy Richmond, VA 23030 United States +1 804 282 1441 http://www.sherwoodforest.org |
Two presidents, John Tyler and William Henry Harrison, once called Sherwood Forest home. This stunning example of Tidewater architectural design was built in 1730 on a plantation granted in 1616. Highlights include a ballroom, added by Tyler for guests to dance the popular Virginia Reel. Stroll through 25 acres of terraced gardens, woodlands and a lawn designed by Andrew Jackson Downing. Sherwood Forest still contains its original outbuildings and is one of the few complete plantation yards in America. The house and land is still owned by Tyler's descendants. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Virginia's oldest plantation |
501 Shirley Plantation Road Richmond, VA 23030 United States +1 804 829 5121 / +1 800 232 1613 (Toll Free) http://www.shirleyplantation.com/ |
The parents of Confederate commander Robert E. Lee were married at Shirley Plantation, the home of the Carter family since 1660. A Carter daughter, at her engagement party, used one of the dining room windows to test the authenticity of a diamond presented to her by a man she did not wish to marry. Caught in the act of carving and asked to explain, she claimed to be carving their initials in the glass. Subsequent generations have added their initials, upon engagement, to the glass. Shirley is about an hour drive from Richmond. Follow the signs to James River Plantations off I-64 east. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A people plagued |
15 W Bank St Richmond, VA 23803 United States +1 804 733 2404 http://www.petersburg-va.org/t... |
Imagine a chicken costing $50! This excessive price was demanded of Petersburg citizens during the Civil War. The largest siege of any American city took place here when, for ten months, Union troops relentlessly attacked to facilitate taking nearby Richmond. The subsequent conditions in Petersburg are explored at the Siege Museum. The museum is located in the former commodities market and illustrates how residents lived before, during and after the War. Petersburg is about a half hour from Richmond. Take I-95 south into the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of Virginia's oldest churches |
11353 Mt Hermon Rd Richmond, VA 23005 United States +1 804 798 4520 |
This is the oldest frame church in Virginia, erected in 1729, and paid for with 60,000 pounds of tobacco. Patrick Henry's uncle was its rector from 1737-1777. North Carolina troops camped in and around the church in 1862 before the Civil War battle of Hanover Courthouse. This interesting example of colonial architecture is located near Randolph Macon College, Scotchtown and the Ashland Berry Farm. Tours are by appointment only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous phrase was said here |
2401 E Broad St Richmond, VA 23223 United States +1 804 649 7938 http://www.historicstjohnschur... |
It was here that the Virginia Convention of 1775 met to discuss the question of taking arms against the British. Delegates to the Convention included Thomas Jefferson and George Washington. Patrick Henry delivered the words "Give me liberty or give me death!" Words so powerful that a man watching through a window declared, upon hearing Henry, that he wished to be buried on that very spot. On the spot he lies, in a sepulcher placed beneath the same window. St. John's is one of the oldest wooden buildings in Virginia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Haunted home of Thomas Jefferson |
12601 River Rd Richmond, VA 23229 United States +1 804 749 4000 http://www.historictuckahoe.com/ |
One of the oldest homes in Virginia, this was a boyhood residence of Thomas Jefferson. Tuckahoe is the location of some of Richmond's eeriest hauntings. The most notorious is of a distressed young bride who rushes down a garden path called "The Ghost Walk" supposedly searching for her beloved. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of Richmond Comes to Life |
1015 E Clay St Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 649 0711 http://www.RichmondHistoryCent... |
Begin your exploration of historic Richmond at the Valentine Richmond History Center! Fascinating permanent and changing exhibits illuminate the city's four centuries. Tour the 1812 Wickham House, a neoclassical masterpiece, and Edward Valentine's 19th century Sculpture Studio, then enjoy lunch in beautiful Wickham's Garden Cafe. The Cafe offers sandwiches, salads and award winning desserts and is open for breakfast and lunch, M-F 8a-3p. Guided walking tours, specialty bus tours, custom group tours and step-on guides are available. All programs are led by friendly and knowledgeable master guides, who bring the history of Richmond to life, on location. Admission USD7 adults; USD6 seniors; USD4 kids (7-12); USD3 kids (3-6);Children under 3 are free. Free parking for two hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Saga of the Skies |
5701 Huntsman Rd Richmond International Airport Richmond, VA 23250 United States +1 804 236 3622 http://www.vam.smv.org/ |
If you love airplanes, this museum is sure to fascinate you. Vintage aircraft, aviation history exhibits, flight films and lectures make this division of the Science Museum of Virginia an interesting stop. A World War II exhibit and an exhibit devoted to Richmond native explorer Richard E. Byrd are highlights. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Portraits of the powerful |
428 North Blvd Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 358 4901 http://www.vahistorical.org/ |
For 150 years the Virginia Historical Society has been collecting portraits, manuscripts and artifacts. These include the largest collection of Confederate-made weapons in the world. Semi-permanent exhibits include "The Story of Virginia, an American Experience" and "The Seasons of the Confederacy." Free for all on Mondays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Romantic country home |
4301 Sulgrave Rd Richmond, VA 23226 United States +1 804 353 4251 http://www.vahistorical.org |
This Warwickshire priory was built in 1125 and moved to Richmond in 1928 by US Ambassador to Spain, Alexander Weddel and his wife, Virginia, who made it their country home. The house holds an extensive collection of portraits and rotates exhibits of works by Charles Dana Gibson among others. Also showcased are Flemish tapestries, Spanish colonial art and Elizabethan oak furniture. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Galleries galore |
200 North Boulevard Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 340 1400 http://www.vmfa.state.va.us/ |
This museum contains comprehensive collections of works from ancient times to the present. Permanent exhibits include pieces from ancient Greece, a tapestry hall, a medieval chapel and the largest collection of Faberge eggs outside of Russia. A regular schedule of temporary exhibits rounds out this comprehensive art museum. A peaceful sculpture garden provides a place for a quiet rest beside the rushing fountains. Admission is free, although USD5 donations are suggested. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gorgeous Georgian |
7000 Westover Rd Richmond, VA 23030 United States +1 804 829 2882 http://www.jamesriverplantatio... |
Westover was built in 1730 by the founder of Richmond, William Byrd. The view of the river and the beauty of the house and grounds make this one of the most enchanting spots in Virginia. The Elizabethan knot garden, a majestic gate topped with sculptures of metal and stone and sprawling lawns dotted with century-old tulip poplars are a delight to encounter. The intricately carved banister of the massive staircase is amazingly detailed. Charles City is about 1 1/2 hours from Richmond. Take I-64 east to Route 155 south to Route 5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Sue Cline |
 Photo: Sue Cline |
 Photo: Stacy Bono |
