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Nice museum and a great place to learn about Richmond and it's history. I went in June and the temp display was called 'Voices of Richmond an Epidemic' and focused on stories of the Aids epidemic back in the 190's and 90's. I'm not one that is often moved to tears but found myself doing exactly that as I listened and walked around the exhibits. My personal favorite exhibit was old Chief Smokum who stood in Richmond for many years. I happened to visit on a Wednesday and was treated to lunch in the gardens listening to a concert. Well worth a visit and was nice to sit somewhere and just relax after a few days of travel.
Jenne HolmesJenne Holmes
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Visited the Valentine Museum with my son today. Conveniently located close to VCU and within walking distance of pay for street parking and pay parking structure. Many interesting artifacts and photos of Richmond. The Wickham-Valentine home is classic and exquisite. Restored to nearly perfect condition reminiscent of the time. Our docent was extremely knowledgeable about the neoclassical decorations that adorned the home. Highly recommend headed over to Wickham-Valentine home and Valentine Museum for a day of fun and learning. Truly a hidden gem within the hustle and bustle of Richmond.
Shaya MossShaya Moss
10
Very professional and easy to navigate. The role of the river in the history of Richmond was interesting and human conflict that brought us to today. The Wickham House tour was informative and the house and the people who lived and we're enslaved there were given life. I really was moved by the desecrated statue of Jefferson Davis that came down in 2020. The museum asked for visitor perspectives on how it should be presented. The museum is undergoing an expansion that will further expand their storytelling.
Jean WestcottJean Westcott
10
We attended a Grown Up Scavenger Hunt event and it was glorious. I look forward to returning with our kiddos. There was a vintage print making activity. We toured the Wickham House just before dusk. And, then, we got to pace ourselves and do a Scavenger Hunt in the Valentine Museum. If you live, work, and/or visit here, and want to understand more about the extensive history of the Richmond Metropolitan Region, come here! Explore here!
Lisa Aikins-AffulLisa Aikins-Afful
10
Wonderful courtyard for a work day lunch. Update: Had a chance to catch a tour of Wickham House and The Valentine's Monumental Power Play Tour. Amazing curator-led tour through power elements that allowed the perpetuation of the Lost Cause myth. Well done! Very proud of this Richmond institution for helping to update it's messages with thoughtful consideration of untold stories. Also got a sneak peek at the Wickham House. A must-see!
Anne Margaret WhiteAnne Margaret White
10
This Museum was a great experience. There was a good gift shop inside with a good selection. There was over 100,000 items out on exhibit here. They are constantly updating the exhibits. The staff is extremely friendly and has a great deal of knowledge that they share with you if you have any questions. They exhibits are presented in a very elegant way. This Museum encompasses three buildings on this street.
Initiate of the UniverseInitiate of the Universe
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Address
1015 E Clay St, Richmond, VA 23219
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(804) 649-0711
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Website
thevalentine.org
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4.4
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cultural
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The Valentine is a museum in Richmond, Virginia dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting Richmond's history. Founded by Mann S. Valentine II 1898, it was the first museum in Richmond.
attractions: Richmond Marriott, The National, Omni Richmond Hotel, Hilton Richmond Downtown, Dominion Energy Center, Virginia State Capitol, White House of the Confederacy, Courtyard Richmond Downtown, Riverfront Canal Cruises, The Berkeley Hotel, restaurants: Mama J's Kitchen, Perly's, Secret Sandwich Society, Capital Ale House, Penny Lane Pub, Siné Irish Pub, Fall Line Kitchen & Bar, Wong Gonzalez, Capitol Waffle Shop, Lillie Pearl
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