Whether you’re a veteran or active-duty military, one thing is clear – we appreciate your service. To say “thanks” for serving, quite a few establishments offer Veterans Day freebies and deals. Keeping checking back as we update this post with up to date … [Read more...] about Richmond-area Veterans Day Events and Deals
Virginia Museum of History and Culture
Virginia Museum of History & Culture Offers Free Admission to voters, children, veterans
The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is offering FREE admission to adults who show an "I Voted" sticker and kids under 18 receive free admission and 10% off in the café on Tuesday, November 8. In honor of Veterans Day, active Military & … [Read more...] about Virginia Museum of History & Culture Offers Free Admission to voters, children, veterans
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!
Richmond’s Museums Highlight History, Art, Science and More
Whether going to spend a rainy day, entertain the family, show out-of-town visitors around or go on a date, museums fit the bill. The Richmond region is rich with attractions and institutions that highlight history, art, science and more at Agecroft … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Museums Highlight History, Art, Science and More
Richmond area podcasts offer escape as well as window to our time, place and talents
Podcasts are a great source of connection, discovery, inspiration and even escape. Podcasts produced by Richmonders cover a plethora of topics from budgeting to hip hop, politics to history, and art to spirituality. Some are produced by individuals, others by … [Read more...] about Richmond area podcasts offer escape as well as window to our time, place and talents
Israeli Film Festival Entertains, Educates
The Weinstein Jewish Community Center's annual Israeli Film Festival aims to foster an understanding of Israeli culture and access to Israel’s young but thriving film industry. The festival features award-winning narrative and documentary films. Viewers can expect … [Read more...] about Israeli Film Festival Entertains, Educates
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
Celebrating Indigenous Culture in the Richmond area
The month of November is Native American Heritage Month. There are many ways to learn more about the history of indigenous people in Virginia. Encyclopedia Virginia has an online description of the history of the Monacan, Powhatan, Mattaponi, Pamunkey peoples. … [Read more...] about Celebrating Indigenous Culture in the Richmond area
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
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