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Black History Museum and Cultural Center
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Address: 00 Clay St, Richmond, VA 23219
Located in the heart of Richmond's historically black district, this museum highlights traditional African artifacts, the accomplishments of African-American artists and the history of black people, emphasizing those of the state of Virginia. Exhibits include the tap shoes of Bill "Bojangles" Robinson and memorabilia from the history of the...
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Address: 1914-16 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23223
Located in Richmond's oldest building, this museum is a must for admirers of literary master Edgar Allan Poe. On the hour, you can take a guided tour that will give you a look at one of the world's largest collections of Poe manuscripts, first editions and personal belongings.
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Address: 1800 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA 23228
The 24-acre Lewis Ginter Garden features an array of beautiful flowers and plants with natural paths and vistas. The garden uses varying landscape designs, seasonal displays and gardening techniques. Includes formal Victorian gardens and Bloemendaal, an 1888 Victorian manor. Families will enjoy the children's gardens and wetlands.
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Address: 8300 Beaver Bridge Rd, Moseley, VA 23120-1437
Home to more than 400 animals, this exciting, natural-habitat zoo allows you to view domestic and exotic animals. Come pet the giraffe, listen to the whistling orangutan, laugh at the antics of the monkeys and shop in the gift store.
Museum and White House of the Confederacy
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Address: 1201 E Clay St, Richmond, VA 23219
The world's largest collection of Confederate artifacts, featuring artwork, letters and personal effects from the Civil War. View such items as Robert E. Lee's "Appomattox" sword, J.E.B. Stuart's plumed hat, and Stonewall Jackson's weaponry. Take a guided tour of The White House of the Confederacy, restored to its wartime elegance as the resident...
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Address: 16000 Theme Park Way, Exit 98 off I-95, Doswell, VA 23047
After a long work-week or a grueling business trip, you're ready to unwind and act like a kid again. Head for Kings Dominion to ride some of the fastest, most spectacular rollercoasters around, including two suspended roller coasters, Volcano and the Blast Coaster. If the kids are along, they'll really love Kidsville, a mini town built just for...
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Address: 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220
Electrifying, astronomical and out of sight! Displays at this museum are based on scientific themes like electricity, astronomy, optical illusions, physical science, computers and crystals. Have fun with the interactive exhibits and take in a show at the Ethyl Universe Planetarium and Space Theater.
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Address: 2401 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23223
Richmond's oldest church, St. John's, was founded in 1739 and hosted the Second Constitutional Convention in 1775. Site of Patrick Henry's famed "Give me liberty or give me death!" speech. Re-enactments are held between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The grounds house a historic cemetery that includes famous Richmonders such as John Marshall, Henry...
Three Lakes Nature Center and Aquarium
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Address: 400 Sausiluta Dr, Richmond, VA 23227
In an idyllic setting next to a pristine lake and shrouded by tall timbers, the nature center allows visitors to learn about and explore the topics of air, land and water. Hands-on exhibits aid learning and bring subjects close to home. The 50,000-gallon aquarium dwarfs visitors and gives them a realistic view of life under the sea. Picnic areas,...
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Address: 200 N Blvd, Richmond, VA 23221-2466
A spellbinding assortment of masterpieces by Renoir, Degas, Picasso and Warhol line the walls of this museum. World-class collection of art nouveau and Art Deco pieces, Himalayan collection, ancient Egyptian treasures, medieval and renaissance art and African, Chinese and Japanese works also add to visitor enjoyment of this first-class museum. It...
