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A Better Life For Their Children: Julius Rosenwald, Booker T. Washington, and the 4,978 Schools that Changed America
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAJulius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington forged one of the earliest collaborations between Jews and African Americans to create schools throughout the nation for Black children who had no access to publicly funded education. From 1912 to 1937, the Rosenwald schools program built thousands of schools, shops, and teacher’s homes across 15 Southern states. For ...
BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesHappiness has an impact on our mind and body, influencing our movements, perceptions, sensations, mood and more. Through dozens of human specimens called plastinates, explore how anatomy is involved in ...
Spring Home School Open House
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAHomeschoolers are invited to an open house to view the newest exhibition, "Julia Child: A Recipe for Life" and explore Virginia's food history. Please view the schedule of activities: Young ...
Animal Kingdom Opening Weekend
Science Museum of Virginia 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, United StatesThe debut of the new giant screen film Animal Kingdom: A Tale of Six Families. On opening weekend the other Dome films are migrating back to the library to let ...
Try It Tuesdays with Resilient Karate
Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United StatesThe first Tuesday of each month for a beginner course in martial arts with Master Ribeiro! Studying martial arts is ideal for young children as it provides them with an outlet for their energy. Students also learn about respect, discipline, and other core values that will follow them beyond the dojo. Free with museum admission. ...
Stories at the Museum
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAAimed at early elementary learners, this educator led Stories at the Museum program will feature a read-aloud story time in a related museum gallery, paired with a craft activity. Your ...
First Fridays at VMHC
Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VAOn the first Friday of each month, the museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm, the museum will offer free admission to the galleries, specials in the Café, access to food trucks, live music, and family-centered activities. For the June edition of First Fridays, the VMHC partners ...
Special Focus Tour: Dining with Shakespeare
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesIn 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 ...
Sensory Friendly Nights
Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United StatesA night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. Families can register in advance via the link below or can register in-person upon arrival. A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. ...
Hands On History Day
Stratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VAExperience Stratford Hall and its people through the lenses of history, science, and culture. Spend the day exploring the historic area while participating in special activities provided by their education ...