Whether it’s summer, fall, winter, or spring – there are plenty of things to do with kids in RVA. Check out these ideas and let us know of others! And don’t miss our lists of more activities and attractions in Historic Sites, Museums, Parks … [Read more...] about Things for Kids to do in Richmond
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Richmond’s Best Gardens: Beauty, History, Discovery from the Richmond Garden Trail
The Richmond Garden Trail offers a unique spring activity for families, students, couples and of course, horticulturists. The trail consists of ten breathtaking sites within ten miles of one another. Each site provides something different than the next, making each … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Best Gardens: Beauty, History, Discovery from the Richmond Garden Trail
Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — see which Richmond area museums participate
The Museums for All Initiative is a program from the Institute of Museum and Library Services that aims to make museums accessible to all families, regardless of financial status. Through this program, anyone who receives SNAP is eligible to access over 1,000 … [Read more...] about Museums for All offers free or reduced admission for families on food assistance — see which Richmond area museums participate
Cheap Ways to Celebrate Poetry Month in April at Home
Poetry is a perfect form of expression for this difficult time and also a great way to capture the beautiful weather and our unique interactions. While many poetry-focused gatherings have been cancelled there are mays to celebrate National Poetry Month in … [Read more...] about Cheap Ways to Celebrate Poetry Month in April at Home
Richmond-area museum stores offer unique holiday gifts
If you’re looking for a unique gift this season, consider shopping at local museum stores. Whether you’re shopping for a history buff, an art lover, or a science explorer, you can find the perfect gift at a museum store. Here’s a roundup of some of the museum … [Read more...] about Richmond-area museum stores offer unique holiday gifts
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
Richmond bookstores and libraries enrich with literary resources and events
Some area libraries are back open and all area library systems are offering curbside service along with online programming. Richmond is lucky to be home to numerous bookstores, literary events and literary institutions. Authors are still presenting their work … [Read more...] about Richmond bookstores and libraries enrich with literary resources and events
Museums Offering FREE Admission On Time Travelers Weekend – Sept. 21 & 22
Nineteen Richmond-area museums are taking part in the Time Travelers program, where visitors use a downloadable“Passport”to time-travel during a special admission-free weekend, September 21-22, 2019. In the Time Travelers program, tourists and locals alike can … [Read more...] about Museums Offering FREE Admission On Time Travelers Weekend – Sept. 21 & 22
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