Virginia Museum of History & Culture
The Virginia Museum of History & Culture was founded in 1831 as the Virginia Historical Society. The oldest museum in Virginia and one of the oldest in the United States, the VMHC has devoted nearly two centuries to collecting and preserving the artifacts of our past to share the far-reaching history of the Commonwealth of Virginia with the world. Today, this nationally respected museum and research organization cares for a renowned history collection totaling more than nine million items and engages hundreds of thousands of Virginians and other guests annually.
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12
Sep
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12
Sep
Sep 12, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - Sep 12, 2026 @ 09:00 PM
Virginia Distilled
An evening full of ways to celebrate Virginia Spirits Month. Included with tickets: Unlimited samples of local craft spirits from distilleries; live music by The Slack Family Bluegrass Band; two master class discussions led by distillers and historians; Richmond Raceway pace car, Richmond Region Antique Automotive Club of America's 1930's cars on display, and more.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
23
Sep
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23
Sep
Sep 23, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - Sep 23, 2026 @ 08:00 PM
Honoring Spain’s Contributions to American Independence
Join the VMHC and The Queen Sofía Spanish Institute for an evening commemorating the Spanish population who played a vital role in the American Revolution.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
21
Oct
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21
Oct
Oct 21, 2026 @ 05:30 PM - Oct 21, 2026 @ 07:30 PM
American Patriarch: The Life of George Washington
Join bestselling historian H. W. Brands for the 2026 J. Harvie Wilkinson, Jr. Lecture on the life and leadership of George Washington.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
23
Oct
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23
Oct
Oct 23, 2026 @ 04:00 PM - Oct 23, 2026 @ 07:00 PM
Trick or Treat at the VMHC
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.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA
27
Aug
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27
Aug
Aug 27, 2026 @ 06:00 PM - Aug 27, 2026 @ 07:00 PM
Book Launch and Panel Discussion – We the People: The World In Virginia
A panel discusses their essay contributions to the book and the profound way immigrants have both shaped and been shaped by Virginia and this nation.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
13
Aug
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13
Aug
Aug 13, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Aug 13, 2026 @ 11:30 AM
Themed Thursdays
Visitors are invited to touch, examine, and compare natural and handmade materials, with a special focus on international textiles, spices, and fibers.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
at 428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard
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