Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation Exhibition

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

Virginia was the oldest, largest, wealthiest, and most populous of Britian’s American colonies. Virginians—through their ideas, influence, and efforts—helped forge a new American nation. Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Give Me Liberty highlights Virginia’s leading role in the American Revolution. It explores the continental and global forces as well as the ...

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History Notes

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

A special evening of history and music, featuring selections commemorating the international and Indigenous communities that supported the colonies in their journey to forge a new American nation. A brief history talk discussing rare items from the VMHC collection followed by inspired musical selections highlighting works created by Dutch, Spanish, French, and Indigenous composers, and ...

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Event Series First Fridays at VMHC

First Fridays at VMHC

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

On the first Friday of each month, the museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. The museum will offer free admission to the galleries, specials in the Café, access to food trucks, live music, and family-centered activities. ...

Free
Event Series Front Lawn Fun

Front Lawn Fun

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

Play a variety of games from throughout Virginia’s history. As a special nod to the 250th American Revolution anniversaries, this summer will feature games like lawn bowling, balls & cups, and even stick horse races. This event is fun for all ages, but recommended for elementary – middle school. Through August 12th. ...

Free
Event Series Themed Thursdays

Themed Thursdays

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

Join VMHC Educators as they facilitate a variety of 18th-century themed crafts, such as tri-corner hats, punched tin designs, tea-stained paper, and more. June - Colonial Crafts July - Revolutionary Replicas August - 18th century Archaeology   Repeats Thursdays through August 14th. ...

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MCV & VMHC Partner Lecture: Founding Martyr

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

In his book, Founding Martyr: The Life and Death of Dr. Joseph Warren, The American Revolution’s Lost Hero, historian Christian Di Spigna sheds new light on this hero involved in almost every early act of revolution in the Boston area, from the Stamp Act protests to the Boston Massacre to the Boston Tea Party, and ...

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Lecture: Lincoln’s Lady Spymaster — The Untold Story of the Abolitionist Southern Belle Who Helped Win the Civil War

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

Wealthy Southern belle Elizabeth Van Lew had it all. Money, charm, wit, and one of the most elegant mansions in Richmond. Author Gerri Willis charts the course of this Civil War spymaster genius, from her early work infiltrating prisons and collecting Confederate secrets. Tickets are required for in-person admission. Tickets are not needed if you ...

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Youth Writing Workshop

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

Join Steven K. Smith, author of the Virginia Mysteries series, for this writing workshop aimed at kids aged between 7 to 12. This program will focus on book 2, Mystery on Church Hill, and include connections to the exhibition, "Give Me Liberty: Virginia & the Forging of a Nation" which highlights Virginia's role in the ...

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Collections Up Close: Pitch Perfect: The History of Music in Virginia

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA

Explore Virginia's history through a musical lens - focusing on the objects, people, and stories that come together to create Virginia's melodic tapestry. An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the museum’s storage areas to examine the museum’s collection up close while interacting with VMHC staff members. Jul 26, 2025, 10:30am to 12:30pm Jul 26, 2025, 2:00pm ...

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