Many museums in Richmond continue to tell the well-known, little-known and untold stories of struggle, sacrifice, achievement, and triumph that have been created over the 400-year history since the first Africans touched American soil. These stories shape who we … [Read more...] about Richmond Institutions Celebrate Black History Month
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Maymont Fall Events
James River Week is September 9 – 16, and Maymont has planned a full week of special programs and activities celebrating life along the James, from art photography and a rain garden workshop to a family night hike and a film screening with the makers of … [Read more...] about Maymont Fall Events
Maymont Out-of-School Day Camps
The news: Maymont introduces Out-of-School Day Camps When: September 2023 - April 2024, on select days when schools are out, from 9am-3pm Who: K - 8th grade students in the Richmond area Why: Summer Camps presented by Papa Johns were a … [Read more...] about Maymont Out-of-School Day Camps
Fun events in August around Richmond – concerts and more!
Fun outdoor performances and events continue throughout the month of August. Enjoy Butterflies Live at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Dominion Energy Jazz Cafe at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Chesterfield County Fair, the Bluegrass Festival at Pocahontas State … [Read more...] about Fun events in August around Richmond – concerts and more!
Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day makes museums accessible with FREE admission
In the spirit of Smithsonian Museums, which offer free admission everyday, Museum Day is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian magazine in which participating museums across the country open their doors to anyone presenting a Museum Day Ticket...for … [Read more...] about Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day makes museums accessible with FREE admission
Summer fairs and festivals around Richmond
Summer fairs and festivals around Richmond, Virginia give us a chance to get to know another culture, eat delicious food, hear live music and see our fellow RVA residents in all their diversity. Go to urban intersections, outdoor amphitheaters, parks, rivers, … [Read more...] about Summer fairs and festivals around Richmond
July Gardening Events Around Richmond
The month of July welcomes in the heat, humidity, and the start of summer harvests. There are only a few one-time gardening related events this month, but there are many recurring events and volunteer opportunities available. 🌺 Love flowers? See where to … [Read more...] about July Gardening Events Around Richmond
May Gardening Events Around Richmond
With the average last frost date now behind us, it is time to dig in to gardening and outdoor activities. May's offerings include a variety of activities, from farm swaps and plant sales, to garden concerts and virtual education. In addition to the many events you … [Read more...] about May Gardening Events Around Richmond
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