Most all historical sites in Richmond are currently closed but that should not be a barrier to access these cultural resources and the area’s rich past. University of Richmond staffers Angela Leeper, Director of Curriculum Materials Center, and her assistant Dianna Barron, compiled a list of online Richmond resources for parents and others to enrich their mind and pass the time including a listing of Richmond area historic sites with online resources anyone can access.
Maggie Walker National Park Historic Site’s documents tell a fascinating story of self empowerment during a time of discrimination in Richmond.
•Agecroft Hall & Gardens has an “Ask the Past” Blog – https://www.agecrofthall.org/blog
•Henricus Historical Park has educational presentations – https://henricus.org/who-we-are/video-gallery/educational-presentations/
•Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site. Use the Maggie L. Walker NHA website. https://www.nps.gov/mawa/learn/historyculture/index.htm and the Virtual Tours and Exhibits https://www.nps.gov/mawa/learn/photosmultimedia/virtual-tours.htm to complete the activities and earn a Junior Ranger badge.
•Maymont’s blog has a new Virtual Learning Series: https://maymont.org/blog/
If you know of other historical organizations offering online resources that could be included in this listing, email: news@rvaonthecheap.com
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