The Valentine has been collecting, preserving and interpreting Richmond stories for over a century. Located in the heart of historic downtown, the Valentine is a place for residents and tourists to discover the diverse stories that tell the broader history of this important region. A comprehensive program of exhibitions, tours, special events, research opportunities, school programs and other public programs engage the broadest audience in an ongoing dialogue about the significance and relevance of the city's history.

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For more than 100 years, the Valentine has told the story of
Richmond through exhibitions, city tours, special events, research
opportunities, interactive history programs and guided tours of the
1812 John Wickham House.
With a renowned costume and textile collection, thousands of
objects and more than one million photographs, the Valentine
is committed to preserving Richmond’s history and serving as a
resource for visitors and residents.
Admission includes self-guided access to exhibition galleries and the
Edward V. Valentine Sculpture Studio, as well as a guided tour of
the 1812 John Wickham House.
Tuesday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday: 12 – 5 p.m.
Closed on Mondays and the following holidays: Thanksgiving,
Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day, Presidents Day.
September 19 – 26: Special extended hours for the UCI Road World
Cycling Championships, open until 8 p.m.
Pricing*: Adults: $10
Group, Students, Seniors and Military: $8
Children age 7 and above: $8
Members and Children age 6 and under: FREE
Valentine Store — With a Richmond focus, the Valentine store
is the perfect place to find unique gifts, books, photographs and
more. Open daily.
Sally Bell’s Kitchen — serves an assortment of
sandwiches, soups and desserts in the café in the
Valentine Garden.
Open Monday – Friday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Connect with us!
*Prices are subject to change. All photographs are property of the Valentine and may
not be reproduced without permission.
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3. This is Richmond, Virginia
Explore Richmond’s complex history and
countless stories through five themes: Why
the fall line? Where do we live? What do we
produce? Who has a voice? and What do we
value?
1812 John Wickham House
A National Historic Landmark, the home
allows guests to explore aspects of life in the
early 19th century. The home was purchased
by Mann S. Valentine, II and in 1898 became
the first home of the Valentine Museum.
Guided tours offered 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.,
Tuesday – Saturday and 12:30 – 4 p.m. on
Sunday.
Edward V. Valentine
Sculpture Studio
A prominent sculptor, Valentine’s works
include the Recumbent Lee statue and the
statue of Thomas Jefferson at The Jefferson
Hotel. A visit to his restored studio offers a
glimpse into the mind of the artist and into
his times.
Creating History:
The Valentine Family and
the Creation of a Museum
This exhibition illustrates how every person
creates, through personal experience, his
or her own usable history. Explore the
Valentine family’s collecting enterprises,
Valentine’s Meat Juice, and ways in
which the Valentine’s interpretation of
Richmond’s history has evolved.
Signs of the Times
Vintage neon signs from Richmond
businesses illustrate commercial growth
and advertising trends, as do other artifacts
mounted outdoors on the Gray Family
Terrace.
Made in Church Hill
January 22 – June 28
A collaborative exhibition involving a
variety of local cultural and educational
institutions brings to light the history and
current challenges facing Church Hill from
the perspective of its residents.
Beard Wars
March 26 – November 30
On view during the final year of the
American Civil War’s sesquicentennial
commemoration, Beard Wars features local
photographer Terry Brown’s portraits of
members of the RVA Beard League, inspired
by images of Civil War generals in the
Valentine’s collection.
Classical Allure: Richmond Style
May 3, 2015 – January 31, 2016
To inaugurate the new Klaus and Reynolds
Galleries, the Valentine will introduce
classically inspired treasures from its
remarkable collection of costumes and
textiles. Inspired by the four Roman
goddesses that adorn the Virginia state seal,
the exhibition will explore themes of virtue,
liberty, eternity and agriculture represented
by the classical forms that endure in
Richmond fashion.
In Gear: Richmond Cycles
August, 2015 – January, 2016
A uniquely Valentine take on the history of
cycling in Richmond from the 19th century
to the present day.
EXHIBITIONS

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Community Conversations
Join the Valentine as it collaborates with Richmond Magazine,
Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME) and TMI Consulting
to offer the fifth iteration of the “Community Conversations”
series. This year will feature monthly discussions about various
Richmond localities spanning from Highland Park to Forest Hill.
Each conversation will feature panelists who will participate in the
discussions to help create a comprehensive view of the history of the
selected neighborhood and how it was molded into the place that
we see it as today.
The purpose of the series is to engage the community in a dialogue
about the region’s past and how that past can positively shape our
collective future. The more people that join in the conversation,
the more productive our efforts become, and the easier it will be for
everyone to see ourselves in the history of the region.
Community Conversations are free and open to the public and are
held at the Valentine.
A bus or walking tour will be offered in each area the Saturday
following each conversation. A $5 discount will be granted to all
Community Conversations attendees who attend the subsequent tour.
For tour pricing, see page 6.
Highland Park
January 6 | 6–8 p.m.
Bus tour on January 10
North Church Hill
February 3 | 6–8 p.m.
Bus tour on February 7
Old Town Manchester
March 3 | 6–8 p.m.
Bus tour on March 7
Carver
April 7 | 6–8 p.m.
Walking tour on April 11
Barton Heights
May 5 | 6–8 p.m.
Walking tour on May 9
Forest Hill
June 2 | 6–8 p.m.
Walking tour on June 6
The Community Conversations series
is presented in partnership with the
Robins Foundation.
ROBINS
Foundation

5. THE VIRGINIA STATE CAPITOL, designed by Thomas Jefferson, was
the first public building in the New World to resemble a Roman Classical
temple. Home to America’s oldest legislative assembly, this historic landmark
has witnessed events that have shaped Virginia and the nation since 1788.
Renovation of the original Capitol and the addition of new wings for the
Virginia House and Senate were completed in 1906. In May 2007, the Capitol
re-opened after a major restoration and expansion project. Visitors will find
historical statuary and paintings, rotating exhibitions, a gift shop and cafe, and
newly restored legislative chambers.
John Marshall House, home to the fourth Chief
Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, the Federal style brick
house (1790) boasts a rich collection of family-owned
furnishings, original features and the largest collection of
Marshall family memorabilia in the country. Owned and
operated by the APVA Preservation Virginia, the house is
on the National Historic Register. The Cellar Gift Shop
features items by local artists. Admission prices and hours of
operation vary.
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As a service of the Valentine, Richmond History Tours offer
hundreds of opportunities to tour Richmond on foot, by bike, by
bus or with your dog. Led by master guides, these tours are the best
way to experience the city’s past, present and future.
Walking Tours: $15 per person, $5 for Valentine members and
children ages 12 and under. Tour guides accept cash or check.
Charge in advance online or by phone.
Bicycle Tours: $15 per person, $5 for Valentine members and
children age 12 and under. Participants must bring their own bicycle
and protective gear. Reservations required.
Bus Tours: $25 per person, $20 for Valentine members. Includes
parking and same-day museum admission. Reservations required.
History Hounds tours are dog-friendly. Limit two dogs per party.
Reservations required.
Tours are held rain or shine; however, in extreme weather conditions
a tour may be cancelled. Call (804) 649-0711, prompt 4, to verify
the tour will take place.
Richmond History Tours also arranges private group tours and
step-on guides, as well as guide service and expertise for a variety of
local and regional partners.
Information and Reservations
(804) 649-0711 ext. 301
RichmondHistoryTours.com
®
Richmond History Tours are
presented by Bon Secours
Richmond Health System.
RICHMOND HISTORY TOURS

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Established in 1847, Hollywood Cemetery is a magnificent example
of the rural garden style cemetery and was one of America’s first
parks. Learn about the cemetery’s history, artwork, symbolism and
some of the more famous of its over 80,000 residents, including
well-known writers, politicians, Confederate notables and two
United States presidents.
Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Tours
Monday – Saturday, April – October
Saturdays, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Highlights of Hollywood Thursday Evening Tours
May 14, June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday Tours of Hollywood Cemetery
Second Sunday of each month, April – October
Sundays, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Saturday Hollywood Specialty Tours
A Rural Garden on a Grand Scale
April 25 | 2 – 4 p.m.
The Civil War
May 23 | 2 – 4 p.m.
History Hounds Explore Hollywood Cemetery
July 25 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Symbolism and Monument Styles
August 15 and October 24 | 2 – 4 p.m.
The Women of Hollywood
September 5 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Where to meet:
Meet at the rear of the stone structure on the left at the cemetery
entrance at Cherry and Albemarle streets
$15 per person, $5 for Valentine members and children ages 12 and
under. Tour guides accept cash or check. Charge in advance online or by
phone. Admission includes a $5 donation to the Friends of Hollywood
Cemetery for the ongoing restoration of monuments and iron fences.
HOLLYWOOD CEMETERY
Richmond History Tours are made
possible by a generous partnership
with Hollywood Cemetery.

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The Valentine, in partnership with Richmond Region Tourism, presents
a walking tour of downtown Richmond, including the State Capitol
grounds and Court End. The tour covers Richmond’s history from
its beginnings to present day and goes by sites including the former
Miller & Rhoads building, CenterStage, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church,
Monumental Church, Old City Hall, the Egyptian Building and the
White House of the Confederacy. Tours begin at the Richmond Visitor
Center at 405 N. 3rd St. and end in the garden of the 1812 John
Wickham House at the Valentine.
City Center Walks
Tuesday – Saturday
May 5 – September 5, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Special offering for the 2015 UCI Road
World Cycling Championships
September 19 – 26, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
$15 per person, $5 for Valentine members and children ages 12 and
under. Price includes same-day admission to the Valentine.Tour guides
accept cash or check. Charge in advance or by phone.
Meet your guide at 10 a.m. at the Richmond Visitor Center at
405 N. 3rd St. Complimentary parking is available in the Greater
Richmond Convention Center deck on 3rd Street between Broad
and Marshall streets.
City Center Walks
are presented by
Richmond Region Tourism.
CITY CENTER WALKS

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JANUARY
January 10 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Highland Park NEW
Bus Tour
A tie-in to the Valentine’s Community
Conversations series, this bus tour will explore
the history of the neighborhood from its
founding in 1891 as a streetcar suburb to today.
Meet at the Valentine. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
FEBRUARY
February 7 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Church Hill NEW
Bus Tour
A tie-in to the Valentine’s Community
Conversations series, this bus tour will explore
the history of this venerable Richmond
neighborhood, from the historic section around
St. John’s Church up to the rapidly changing
area north of Broad Street to M Street. Meet
at the Valentine. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
MARCH
March 7 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Manchester NEW
Bus Tour
A tie-in to the Valentine’s Community
Conversations series, this bus tour will
explore the history of this neighborhood on
the south side of the James River that was an
independent settlement, town and then city
until merging with Richmond in 1910 and
is now experiencing a great deal of change.
Meet at the Valentine. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
APRIL
April 1 – Oct. 30, Monday – Saturday
10 – 11:30 a.m.
Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See Page 7.
April 4 | 1 – 5 p.m.
Civil War Sampler
Bus Tour
A look at Richmond’s role as the capital
of the Confederacy. Includes Church Hill,
Shockoe Bottom, Court End, the canal area,
Hollywood Cemetery, Monument Avenue and
the battlefields at Gaines’ Mill, Beaver Dam
Creek and Cold Harbor. Meet at the Valentine.
Reservations required, (804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
April 4 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Court End and Capitol Square
During the Civil War NEW
Walking Tour
An in-depth discussion of the people and
places of Court End and Capitol Square during
the Civil War and the reasons Richmond was
chosen as the capital of the Confederacy. Learn
about Jefferson Davis, Varina Davis, Alexander
Stephens, Matthew Maury, Mary Chesnut and
other Confederate notables while touring the
neighborhoods of their homes and offices.
Meet at the Valentine.
April 5 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Church Hill
Walking Tour
Examine 19th century architecture and modern
revitalization efforts in Richmond’s oldest intact
neighborhood. Home to St. John’s Church,
where Patrick Henry made his famous “Liberty
or Death” speech, and the city’s largest number
of antebellum structures. Meet at Patrick Henry
Park at East Broad and 24th streets.
April 11 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Carver NEW
Walking Tour
A tie-in to the Valentine’s Community
Conversations series, this walking tour will
explore the history of this vibrant African-
American neighborhood. First settled by Jewish
and German tradespeople in the early 1900s.
The walk passes examples of Greek Revival,
Italianate and Queen Anne style architecture.
Meet near the flagpole at Maggie Walker
Governor’s School, 1000 N. Lombardy St. (at
West Leigh St.).
April 12 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
An extension of the daily “Highlights” tour,
this longer version covers in more detail the
cemetery’s unique history, landscape design,
architecture, symbols and residents. See Page 7.
April 19 | 1 – 5 p.m.
Selected Gardens from the Richmond
Garden Trail NEW
Bus Tour
Discover private settings and public landscapes
as we explore and discuss Richmond garden
history at the Wickham House, Virginia Center
for Architecture, E. Claiborne and Lora Robins
Sculpture Garden at the VMFA, Maymont, and
Capitol Square. Meet at the Valentine. Reserva-
tions required: (804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
April 22, 23, 24 | 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Leading Women of Richmond
Walking Tour
As part of Historic Garden Week, discover the
unique history of the women of Richmond
from the perspective of the Monroe Ward
neighborhood. Meet at the Kent-Valentine
House, 12 E. Franklin St.
April 25 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery: A Rural Garden
on a Grand Scale
Walking Tour
This tour will explore the cemetery from a
historical and horticultural perspective with an
emphasis on the beauty of nature and the im-
pact of the 19th century Romantic Movement.
See Page 7.
April 26 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Monument Avenue REVISED
Walking Tour
Monument Avenue, the first street in the
U.S. designated as a national landmark by
the National Park Service, is one of America’s
most beautiful boulevards. Learn about the
homes, residents and history of this iconic piece
of Richmond’s Fan District. Meet at the Lee
Monument at Allen and Monument avenues.
TOUR SCHEDULE

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MAY
Don’t miss our Hollywood Cemetery and City
Center walking tours. See pages 7 and 8.
May 2 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Alleys and Parks of the Fan
Walking Tour
The branching avenues that give the Fan its
characteristic fan shape form several triangular
green spaces, including Meadow Park and
Howitzer Park. Stroll through these, as well as
landscaped alleys, and a hidden park, while we
enjoy landscapes and gardens in the Fan. Meet
at Meadow Park at the intersection of Meadow
Street, Park and Stuart avenues.
May 3 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Ironfronts to High Rise:
The Sky’s the Limit REVISED
Walking Tour
The historic business district known for its 19th
century iron fronts and 20th century high rises
is viewed by developers as an opportunity for
urban residential growth. Tour focuses on the
history, architectural styles and ornamentation
of these buildings and their adaptive reuse for
the 21st century. Meet at the northeast corner
of 14th and East Main streets.
May 5 – Sept. 5 (Tuesday – Saturday)
and Sept. 19 – 26
10 – 11:30 a.m.
City Center Walks
Walking Tour
See Page 8.
May 9 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Barton Heights NEW
Walking Tour
A tie-in to the Valentine’s Community
Conversations series, this walking tour
will explore the history of this Richmond
neighborhood that had its origins as a streetcar
suburb in what was then Henrico County. Meet
at the North Avenue branch of the Richmond
Public Library, 2901 North Ave.
May 10 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See April 12.
May 14 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Highlights of Hollywood
Walking Tour
See Page 7.
May 16 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
History Hounds Explore Church Hill
Walking Tour
Dogs and their owners will enjoy this walking
tour presented in partnership with the
Richmond SPCA. Dogs must have current
shots, mix well with others and remain leashed.
Owners are responsible for water and cleaning
up after their dogs. Meet at Patrick Henry Park
at East Broad and 24th streets. Reservations
required: (804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
May 17 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Canal Boats and Cobblestones
Walking Tour
Explore architectural treasures and preservation
efforts along the James River and the canals.
Includes Shockoe Slip, the Turning Basin
and the warehouse district. Meet at the James
Center Clock Tower at 10th and East Cary
streets.
May 23 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery: The Civil War
Walking Tour
From the pyramid monument in the
Confederate section to the gravesite of
Confederate President Jefferson Davis,
Hollywood Cemetery is the final resting place
for over 18,000 Confederates, including J.E.B.
Stuart, George Pickett, Fitzhugh Lee and many
others. See Page 7.
May 24 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Capitol Square: Jefferson, Washington
and Spielberg
Walking Tour
Take a walking tour of Capitol Square and
tour the interior of the Capitol afterwards.
Learn about the Capitol building designed by
Jefferson, the Executive Mansion and the many
monuments and memorials on the grounds,
and hear about the filming of Spielberg’s
“Lincoln,” for which the Square was the biggest
backlot. Meet at 9th and East Grace Street
entrance.
May 25 | 1 – 5 p.m.
Free for veterans
Historic Cemeteries
Bus Tour
Commemorate Memorial Day with a tour of
Richmond’s historic 18th and 19th century
cemeteries, including St. John’s Church, the
African Burial Ground and Shockoe, Hebrew,
Evergreen, Oakwood and Woodland cemeteries.
Meet at the Valentine. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
May 31 | 2 – 4 p.m.
The Museum District
Walking Tour
The founding of the Confederate Soldiers
Home initiated the residential development
of this area, home to the Virginia Historical
Society, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts,
schools, businesses, churches and residences.
Meet at the northeast corner of Grove Avenue
and Sheppard Street.
TOUR SCHEDULE

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JUNE
Don’t miss our Hollywood Cemetery and City
Center walking tours. See pages 7 and 8.
June 6 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Forest Hill NEW
Walking Tour
A tie-in to the Valentine’s Community
Conversations series, this walking tour will
explore the history of the neighborhood of
Forest Hill. Meet at the stone house in Forest
Hill Park.
June 7 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Highlights of the Lower Fan REVISED
Walking Tour
Named for its distinctive shape, the fashionable
Fan District boasts beautiful homes and
churches that all thrive in this community
today. Learn about the luminaries who have
called it home and the architectural details that
make it unique and timeless. Tour begins in
front of the Pace Center (700 W. Franklin St.)
at the corner of West Franklin and Pine streets.
June 11 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Highlights of Hollywood
Evening Walking Tour
See May 14.
June 13 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Windsor Farms NEW
Bicycle Tour
This neighborhood, once a part of Henrico
County, will be toured to view some examples
of Richmond’s architecture and landscaping.
Public properties to be explored include
Virginia House and Agecroft Hall. Meet at
the parking lot behind Grace Baptist Church,
4200 Dover Road. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
June 14 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See April 12.
June 20 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
The Murals and History of
Jackson Ward NEW
Walking Tour
Explore the diversity of one of Richmond’s
most vibrant neighborhoods. During our walk
we’ll visit murals, buildings renovated and
revitalized, and historic homes to learn more
about a neighborhood that has had numerous
incarnations. From immigrant working class
neighborhood to the Harlem of the South, see
how art is shaping the face of Jackson Ward
today. Meet at the corner of 2nd and Marshall
streets in front of the mural.
June 21 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Oregon Hill REVISED
Walking Tour
Oregon Hill originated as a grouping of
residences for workers from the Tredegar
Iron Works and survives today as a tight-knit
working class enclave that has continued to
thrive with remarkable cohesion. Learn about
its history and newer developments on this
tour of the neighborhood. Meet at Laurel and
Idlewood streets.
June 27 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
History Hounds Explore Bryan Park
NEW
Walking Tour
Dogs and their owners will enjoy this walking
tour presented in partnership with the
Richmond SPCA. Dogs must have current
shots, mix well with others and remain
leashed. Owners are responsible for water
and cleaning up after their dogs. Meet in
front of the gatehouse. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
JULY
Don’t miss our Hollywood Cemetery and City
Center walking tours. See pages 7 and 8.
July 4 | 1 – 4 p.m.
I Know Richmond
Bus Tour
An overview of Richmond’s history that
shows off many of the city’s unique sites and
neighborhoods, including Church Hill and St.
John’s Church; Libby Hill and the James River,
including the Fall Line; Shockoe Bottom and
Main Street Station; the White House of the
Confederacy and the Court End neighborhood;
Jackson Ward and the Maggie Walker House;
Monument Avenue and the Fan; Hollywood
Cemetery and the State Capitol. Includes
a tour of the interior of the State Capitol.
Meet at the Valentine. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
July 5 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Capitol Square: Jefferson, Washington
and Spielberg
Walking Tour
See May 24.
July 9 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Highlights of Hollywood
Evening Walking Tour
See May 14.
July 11 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Byrd Park and the Carillon NEW
Bicycle Tour
This new bicycle tour will be a leisurely
exploration of the Byrd Park and Carillon
area, including the Pump House. Meet at the
Christopher Columbus statue at the south
end of the Boulevard. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
July 12 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See April 12.
TOUR SCHEDULE

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July 19 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Carytown and the Byrd Theatre
Walking Tour
From buffalo trail to streetcar suburb, learn
Carytown’s fascinating history as you explore
this shopping and entertainment district.
Includes an in-depth tour of the interior of the
magnificent 1928 Byrd Theatre. Meet at Nacho
Mama’s, 3449 W. Cary St.; end point will be
Dixie Donuts across from the Byrd.
July 25 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
History Hounds Explore Hollywood
Cemetery
Walking Tour
Dogs and their owners will enjoy this walking
tour presented in partnership with the
Richmond SPCA. Dogs must have current
shots, mix well with others and remain leashed.
Owners are responsible for water and cleaning
up after their dogs. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301. See Page 7.
July 26 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Shockoe Bottom
Walking Tour
Now an entertainment and residential district,
Shockoe Bottom was once Richmond’s
commercial and transportation hub, as well as
one of the country’s busiest slave markets. Meet
at East Main and 17th streets.
AUGUST
Don’t miss our Hollywood Cemetery and City
Center walking tours. See pages 7 and 8.
August 1 | 1 – 4 p.m.
Richmond’s Beer Industry NEW
Bus Tour
This tour will focus on chapters of brewing
history in the Richmond area along with
visits to the Beer Caves at historic Rocketts
Landing, active breweries where the process
of beer making can be seen, and a visit to the
Huguenot Hops Farm to see how this crucial
ingredient of beer is grown, harvested and
marketed. Meet at the Valentine. Reservations
required: (804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
August 2 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Monroe Ward
Walking Tour
From the early 1780s through Reconstruction,
Monroe Ward was considered one of
Richmond’s most elegant neighborhoods. Many
historic buildings have been preserved and
“recycled” for the 21st century. Meet outside
the Commonwealth Club, 401 W. Franklin St.
August 8 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Windsor Farms NEW
Bicycle Tour
See June 13.
August 9 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See April 12.
August 13 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Highlights of Hollywood
Evening Walking Tour
See page 7.
August 15 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery: Symbolism
and Monument Styles
Walking Tour
Learn to interpret the spiritual, occupational,
vegetal and fraternal signs and symbols found
on headstones and ironworks. Discover
the historical origins of monument styles
including cradle stones, pyramids, pier stones,
mausoleums and reliquaries. See Page 7.
August 16 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Monument Avenue REVISED
Walking Tour
See April 26.
August 22 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
The Murals and History of
Jackson Ward NEW
Walking Tour
See June 20.
August 23 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Canal Boats and Cobblestones
Walking Tour
See May 17.
August 30 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Jackson Ward
Walking Tour
Known as the “birthplace of black capitalism,”
Jackson Ward is rich in black history and
culture and boasts the largest collection of ante-
bellum homes in the city. Meet at 00 Clay St.
SEPTEMBER
Don’t miss our Hollywood Cemetery and City
Center walking tours. See pages 7 and 8.
September 5 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery: The Women
of Hollywood
Walking Tour
Explore the role that women’s groups played
in the cemetery’s history from the Civil War to
the present. Visit gravesites of women who were
educators, authors, preservationists, suffragists,
humanitarians – or the power behind the scenes
of famous and powerful men. See Page 7.
September 6 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Byrd Park and the Carillon
Walking Tour
Explore the history of this Richmond park and
the adjacent Carillon neighborhood. Meet at
the Christopher Columbus statue at the south
end of the Boulevard.
September 10 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Highlights of Hollywood
Evening Walking Tour
See page 7.
September 12 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Byrd Park and the Carillon NEW
Bicycle Tour
See July 11.
TOUR SCHEDULE

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September 13 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See April 12.
OCTOBER
Don’t miss our Hollywood Cemetery walking
tours. See page 7.
October 3 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
History Hounds Explore Forest Hill
NEW
Walking Tour
Dogs and their owners will enjoy this walking
tour presented in partnership with the
Richmond SPCA. Dogs must have current
shots, mix well with others and remain leashed.
Owners are responsible for water and cleaning
up after their dogs. Meet at the stone house
in Forest Hill Park. Reservations required:
(804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
October 4 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Ironfronts to High Rise:
The Sky’s the Limit REVISED
Walking Tour
See May 3.
October 11 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See April 12.
October 17 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Alleys and Parks of the Fan
Walking Tour
See May 2.
October 18 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Scott’s Addition
Walking Tour
Named for General Winfield Scott, this early
20th century commercial and industrial area
contains what is perhaps Richmond’s best
selection of Art Deco and Moderne commercial
architecture. Today it is a thriving business,
residential and entertainment district. Meet
at the southwest corner of the Boulevard and
Norfolk Street.
October 24 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery: Symbolism
and Monument Styles
Walking Tour
See August 15.
October 25 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Ginter Park
Walking Tour
This stately north Richmond neighborhood,
planned by Lewis Ginter, has been home to
many of the city’s political and social elite. Meet
at the southwest corner of Brook Road and
Westwood Avenue.
October 29, 30 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Halloween History on Hanover NEW
Walking Tour
Modern Halloween boasts costumes, decora-
tions and candy; yet, its origins lie in an ancient
Celtic holiday and in Catholic All Hallows’
celebrations. Learn how the history evolved
from early colonial practices and “play parties”
held after the American Revolution, and how
the immigrants in the mid-1800s influenced the
way Richmonders celebrate in the 21st century.
Meet at Hanover Avenue and Strawberry Street.
NOVEMBER
Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See page 7.
Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 2 – 4 p.m.
Hollywood Cemetery
Walking Tour
See April 12.
November 28 | 1 – 4 p.m.
I Know Richmond
Bus Tour
See July 4.
DECEMBER
December 23, 26, 27 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Holiday Glitter: Monument Avenue
After Dark: REVISED
Walking Tour
Enjoy the lights and glitter of Monument
Avenue while learning about the history of the
homes, residents and holiday traditions. Reser-
vations required: (804) 649-0711, ext. 301.
TOUR SCHEDULE
Group Tours
Group tours of the Valentine and
the 1812 John Wickham House
are available for parties of 10 or
more.
Facility Rentals
The newly-renovated Valentine
multi-purpose room, terrace,
garden and conference room are
available for weddings, special
events and meetings.
Research
The Valentine’s collections
(Archives, General Collection
and Costume & Textiles) may
be accessed for research
purposes. Research hours are
Tuesday – Friday, 12 – 4 p.m. by
appointment only. Research fees
vary by request.
804.649.0711 p
804.643.3510 f
info@thevalentine.org
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TOURs by the Alphabet
Tour date time type
Alleys and Parks of the Fan 5/2; 10/17 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
Barton Heights 5/9 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
Byrd Park and the Carillon 7/11; 9/12 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. bicycle
Byrd Park and the Carillon 9/6 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Canal Boats and Cobblestones 5/17; 8/23 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Capitol Square: Jefferson, Washington and Spielberg 5/24; 7/5 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Carver 4/11 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
Carytown and the Byrd Theatre 7/19 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Church Hill 2/7 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. bus
Church Hill 4/5 2 – 4 p.m. walking
City Center Tues. – Sat. 5/5 – 9/5 & 9/19 – 26 10 – 11:30 a.m. walking
Civil War Sampler 4/4 1 – 5 p.m. bus
Court End and Capitol Square During the Civil War 4/4 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
Forest Hill 6/6 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
Ginter Park 10/25 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Halloween History on Hanover 10/29; 10/30 6 – 7:30 p.m. walking
Highland Park 1/10 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. bus
Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Mon. – Sat. 4/1 – 10/31, 11/7,
11/14, 11/21, 11/28
5/14; 6/11; 7/9; 8/13; 9/10
10 – 11:30 a.m.
6 – 7:30 p.m.
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walking
Highlights of the Lower Fan 6/7 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Historic Cemeteries 5/25 1 – 5 p.m. bus
History Hounds Explore Bryan Park 6/27 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
History Hounds Explore Church Hill 5/16 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
History Hounds Explore Hollywood Cemetery 7/25 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
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TOURs by the Alphabet
Tour date time type
History Hounds Explore Forest Hill 10/3 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
Holiday Glitter: Monument Avenue After Dark 12/23; 12/26; 12/27 6 – 7:30 p.m. walking
Hollywood Cemetery 4/12; 5/10; 6/14; 7/12; 8/9;
9/13; 10/11; 11/1; 11/8; 11/15;
11/22; 11/29
2 – 4 p.m. walking
Hollywood Cemetery:
A Rural Garden on a Grand Scale
4/25 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Hollywood Cemetery:
Symbolism and Monument Styles
8/15; 10/24 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Hollywood Cemetery: The Civil War 5/23 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Hollywood Cemetery: The Women of Hollywood 9/5 2 – 4 p.m. walking
I Know Richmond 7/4; 11/28 1 – 4 p.m bus
Ironfronts to High Rise: The Sky’s the Limit 5/3; 10/4 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Jackson Ward 8/30 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Leading Women of Richmond 4/22; 4/23; 4/24 9 – 10:30 a.m. walking
Manchester 3/7 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. bus
Monroe Ward 8/2 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Monument Avenue 4/26; 8/16 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Murals and History of Jackson Ward 6/20; 8/22 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. walking
Museum District 5/31 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Oregon Hill 6/21 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Richmond’s Beer Industry 8/1 1 – 4 p.m. bus
Scott’s Addition 10/18 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Selected Gardens from the Richmond Garden Trail 4/19 1 – 5 p.m. bus
Shockoe Bottom 7/26 2 – 4 p.m. walking
Windsor Farms 6/13; 8/8 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. bicycle

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Our Address
The Valentine is located in historic downtown Richmond at
10th and East Clay streets.
From Downtown, take Franklin Street east to Capitol Square.
Turn left onto 9th Street, then take the second right onto
Marshall Street. Turn left onto 10th Street. The entrance to the
parking lot is located just past the corner of 10th and Marshall
streets on your right.
From I-64 Westbound, take the 5th Street exit. Turn left onto
Marshall Street and proceed to 10th Street. Turn left onto 10th
Street. The entrance to the parking lot is located just past the
corner of 10th and Marshall streets on your right.
From I-64 Eastbound, take I-95 South to the 3rd Street exit.
Turn left onto Marshall Street and proceed to 10th Street. Turn
left onto 10th Street. The entrance to the parking lot is located
just past the corner of 10th and Marshall streets on your right.
From I-95 North or South, take exit 74C, Broad Street. Go west
on Broad Street to 11th Street and turn right. Take the second
left onto Clay Street. Proceed to 10th Street. Turn left onto 10th
Street. The entrance to the parking lot is located just past the
corner of 10th and Clay streets on your left.
Parking
Parking is available in the Valentine’s lot, accessible from 10th
Street between East Marshall and East Clay streets.
Please check in with the parking attendant and ask reception to
validate your parking before leaving the Valentine.
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