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History Explorer Day: Frederick Douglass

The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar 500 Tredegar St., Richmond, VA

Meet Frederick Douglass, portrayed by Nathan M. Richardson, and hear him speak about his evolving views on the U.S. Constitution and American Democracy. Presentations at 11:00am and 2:00pm Learn how ...

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Meet the Artist: Thomas Paulk

Virtual

Join Virginia War Memorial Director, Clay Mountcastle, as he talks with retired Naval aviator and featured artist in the Virginia War Memorial’s Veterans' Art Gallery, Thomas Paulk. His exhibit, Dreams ...

Free

Commemorating the Lives: African and African American Life at Stratford Hall

Stratford Hall 483 Great House Road, Stratford, VA

Learn more about the history and cultures of the enslaved Africans and African Americans who lived and labored at Stratford Hall.  Admission, includes the audio tour, The Crossroads: African and African American Life at Stratford Hall. ...

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Special Focus Tour: Love, Romance and Marriage in Tudor times

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

This tour explores the role of love in Tudor England. Learn the forgotten meaning behind everyday objects such as jewelry and flowers. Join in the search for evidence of expressions of romance and love in our collection. This tour includes walking upstairs. ...

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History That Doesn’t Suck with Professor Greg Jackson

Ashland Theatre 205 England Street, Ashland, VA

Adapted from the top-ranking history podcast, step into a night of American history-telling, live music, and multimedia. History That Doesn’t Suck with Professor Greg Jackson is the first 100 years of US history told in a thrilling 100 minutes. ...

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Liberty or Death Reenactment for Presidents Day

St. John's Church 2401 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Witness Patrick Henry Convince his Fellow Delegates to Take Up Arms Against the King!A reenactment of the Second Virginia Convention in March 1775, when Patrick Henry gives his Liberty or Death speech. Doors open at 1:00, show starts at 1:30. ...

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Special Focus Tour: Garden Walk History Tour with Daffodils

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

This 45-minute guided garden tour to see the blooming daffodils and learn about Renaissance gardens while walking through our beautiful grounds. What do Chief Powhatan’s cloak, King Henry VIII, Mediterranean ...

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Henricus Discovery Days – A Family Day Camp

Henricus Historical Park 251 Henricus Park Rd, Chester, VA

Program will include a story, interactive tour of a re-created 17th century site, and a make-and-take craft. Visit Henricus.org for more details on the day’s theme and registration. All children ...

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We, the Kids Day

James Madison's Montpelier 11350 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station, VA, United States

Take advantage of this day during Spring Break and participate in activities specially created for children and families. ...

Free

Special Focus Tour: Tulipmania Garden Tour

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

See thousands of tulip blooms on this 45-minute guided garden tour. Learn about tulipmania in early 1600s Europe and the transformation of the gardens at Agecroft Hall in the 20th ...

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Richmond Women of the Gilded Age Walking Tour

Bolling Haxall House 211 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond

On this downtown walking tour, Richmond’s most experienced tour guides will explore stories of Richmond women leaders through the sites, figures, and perspectives that influenced Richmond during a decade of ...

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Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday Bash

Historic Tuckahoe 12601 River Road, Richmond, Virginia, United States

Celebrate the birthday of Thomas Jefferson at his childhood home. Food offerings available, plant and wine sales, tours of the main house, and more. Pre-purchase for a discount on tickets. ...

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Richmond Women of the Gilded Age Walking Tour

Bolling Haxall House 211 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond

On this downtown walking tour, explore stories of Richmond women leaders through the sites, figures, and perspectives that influenced Richmond during a decade of significant change. Pair with a visit ...

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Now He Belongs to the Ages: The Death of Abraham Lincoln

Virginia War Memorial 621 South Belvidere Street, Richmond, VA

Five Days after the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia, President Lincoln visited Ford’s Theater to see the play, “Our American Cousin.” During the performance, the President was shot ...

Free

Origin Stories: Court End Neighborhood Walking Tour

The Valentine 1015 East Clay Street, Richmond, VA, United States

Explore Richmond’s origin stories in the Valentine’s Court End Neighborhood. One of the oldest Richmond neighborhoods, Court End grew into an affluent area in close proximity to the newly established Virginia State Capitol during the early 19th century. On this downtown walking tour, you’ll discover stories of early Richmonders and surviving architectural gems nestled among ...

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Murals of Jackson Ward Walking Tour

Jackson Ward 124 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA, United States

Explore the diversity of one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Visit murals, revitalized buildings and historic homes and learn the neighborhood’s rich history. Trace its evolution from an immigrant working-class neighborhood, to the “Harlem of the South” and a modern community today, and explore how art is telling the story of Jackson Ward. ...

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Event Series Bill of Rights Walking Tour

Bill of Rights Walking Tour

James Madison's Montpelier 11350 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station, VA, United States

This 65-70 minute outdoor walking tour explores James Madison's critical role as "Architect" of the Bill of Rights.  Walking and pausing on the Montpelier landscape, participants will compare Madison's proposals with selected Amendments as ratified, and consider a few landmark Supreme Court cases delineating the language of the Bill of Rights. A smartphone or device ...

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Special Focus Tour: Shakespeare’s Garden Tour

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

In honor of William Shakespeare's birthday, enjoy a guided tour of Agecroft Hall’s unique Shakespeare Garden. William Shakespeare’s writings reflect beliefs in witchcraft, fairies, and the "language of flowers” that ...

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Congress and the Power to Declare War

Virginia War Memorial 621 South Belvidere Street, Richmond, VA

Eleven times in American history, during five conflicts, Congress has issued a declaration of war. Join VWM Director of Education Jim Triesler as he explores the power to declare war ...

Free

Shakespeare’s Birthday: A Celebration of The Bard

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

To celebrate Shakespeare’s 460th birthday, there will be a full day of entertainment: dances, games, songs, and other merry activities. Wander through the Shakespeare Garden and join the living history ...

Free

“Life, Liberty & Happiness” Lecture Series

James Madison's Montpelier 11350 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station, VA, United States

James Madison’s Montpelier and The Valentine Museum partner to explore religious freedom, democracy, and the U.S. Constitution. The second of a three part series, Eola Dance will guide a discussion ...

Free

A Royal Brew-Haha: The Queen Comes to Agecroft Hall

Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United States

The year is 1601, and Queen Elizabeth has arrived with her courtiers at Agecroft Hall in Lancashire, England, while touring the country during the Queen’s Royal Progress. This Renaissance “romp” ...

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