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Visit St. John’s Church, the location of the Second Virginia Convention, and hear the story of Patrick Henry and his ‘Liberty or Death” speech in the heady days on the…

Since 1976, they have presented historical reenactments of the Second Virginia Convention of March 1775 at its original location. Professional actors portray nine delegates — including Patrick Henry, Thomas Jefferson,…

Join Virginia War Memorial Assistant Director of Education Crystal Coon as she looks at the end of the Korean War, some of the Virginians who served, and the importance of…

In honor of Bastille Day (July 14th, 1789) enjoy a visit with the marvelously fascinating gentleman from France, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, the Marquis de Lafayette.

A brief history and an opportunity to enjoy one of America’s favorite summertime treats at the ice cream social after the program. They will conduct an informal poll to determine…

Join Virginia War Memorial Director of Education Jim Triesler as he looks at the highlights of the Battle of Gettysburg and the people who made a difference 160 years later.

Visit St. John’s Church, the location of the Second Virginia Convention, and hear the fascinating story of Patrick Henry and his ‘Liberty or Death” speech in the heady days on…

Visit St. John’s Church, the location of the Second Virginia Convention, and hear the fascinating story of Patrick Henry and his ‘Liberty or Death” speech in the heady days on…

Visit St. John’s Church, the location of the Second Virginia Convention, and hear the fascinating story of Patrick Henry and his ‘Liberty or Death” speech in the heady days on…

Join experienced guides and discover stories of Richmond’s earliest Indigenous inhabitants, enslaved people fighting to be free, Thomas Jefferson’s historic Statute of Religious Freedom, Dr. Mary Walker’s demands for equality…