Events
Experience interdisciplinary fiber artist Nevada Tribble's textured, nature inspired works blending weaving, sewing, and handmade paper.
Located at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, 1800 Lakeside Avenue.
($)
An engaging journey through the story of the former Tredegar Iron Works, right in the heart of downtown Richmond.
Located at The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar, 480 Tredegar Street.
(Free)
Join the Virginia Museum of History & Culture and more than 25 local nonprofits for historic Halloween fun. Participating partners will set up spooky stations throughout the museum for kids to safely trick or treat for candy and other free giveaways. There will also be crafts, games, a Halloween band, bounce house, trackless train, chocolate making demos, and free museum admission.
Located at 428 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA.
(Free)
Join staff on a short tour of the VMHC's rare book and manuscript vault to see some of the collection's most unique books, documents, and artifacts.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
Explore early fears of evil and witchcraft. A guided tour to uncover 16th-century superstitions and King James's changing views on witches.
Located at Agecroft Hall and Gardens, 4305 Sulgrave Road, Richmond, VA.
($)
Celebrate Virginia Wine Month with the Virginia Museum of History & Culture’s fifth annual Virginia Vines wine festival.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
To say thank you to first responders and their families, today they are offering free admission and refreshments. Call 804-227-3500 to make your reservation.
Located at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown, 16120 Chiswell Lane.
($)
Discuss your baby’s developing senses while participating in a sensory-focused art tour, story time, and art project alongside VMFA Art Educators.
Located at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
Stimulate budding curiosities through movement activities, engaging stories, exploratory art experiences, and gallery walks.
Located at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
Join us after dark for our annual Branch Halloween Open House. Enjoy half-price admission, along with complimentary popcorn and a costume contest.
Located at The Branch Museum of Design, 2501 Monument Avenue.
($)
Join Virago Spirits and the VMHC for an evening of history and cocktails featuring stories of “viragos” – women of great stature, strength, and courage.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
Stimulate budding curiosities through movement activities, engaging stories, exploratory art experiences, and gallery walks.
Located at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
The Revolutionary War wasn’t just fought in the thirteen colonies. To discover more, Derek Baxter embarks on an adventure-filled quest across the globe.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
Stimulate budding curiosities through movement activities, engaging stories, exploratory art experiences, and gallery walks.
Located at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
Stimulate budding curiosities through movement activities, engaging stories, exploratory art experiences, and gallery walks.
Located at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
In The Rush, Nathaniel Philbrick transforms the Gold Rush from a tale of sudden riches into the origin story of America’s modern contradictions.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
Join renowned architectural historian Calder Loth for an engaging exploration of Richmond’s architectural heritage.
Located at The Valentine, 1015 E. Clay Street.
(Free)
Featured
The museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event and free museum admissions.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
(Free)
Explore Rescue, watch Wild Rescue in The Dome, and enjoy special activities at your own pace.
Located at Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA.
(Free)
Delight in entertainment from musical performers, demonstrations by blacksmith’s guilds, and more. Explore an artisan craft market, savor mead, craft brews, wine, and indulge in an array of food truck offerings. Advance ticket purchase is required.
Located at Bacon’s Castle, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail.
($)
Enjoy a delicious pink-themed breakfast before hearing Bellen share her story and the inspiration behind her work, celebrating representation and individuality.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
Delight in entertainment from musical performers, demonstrations by blacksmith’s guilds, and more. Explore an artisan craft market, savor mead, craft brews, wine, and indulge in an array of food truck offerings. Advance ticket purchase is required.
Located at Bacon’s Castle, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail.
($)
Stimulate budding curiosities through movement activities, engaging stories, exploratory art experiences, and gallery walks.
Located at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
Stimulate budding curiosities through movement activities, engaging stories, exploratory art experiences, and gallery walks.
Located at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
A series that invites Richmonders to take stock of the city’s most pressing issues. Hear from local experts about AI’s impact on the labor market and the future of this evolving technology.
Located at The Valentine, 1015 East Clay Street, Richmond, VA.
(Free)
