ASTRO Experiences · Richmond, VA
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Richmond, VA
The John Marshall House was the home of Chief Justice John Marshall from 1790 to 1835 in Richmond’s historic Court End neighborhood. Guided tours explore the formation of American government through the federal judiciary, featuring the largest collection of original Marshall family pieces. The grounds offer a free self-guided outdoor exhibit detailing the house’s workyard and Marshall’s law office. The site also shares the Black history of the house, including stories of families built under enslavement.
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Richmond, VA
The Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site preserves the home of Maggie Lena Walker. Walker was a bank president, newspaper editor, and fraternal leader who devoted her life to civil rights advancement, economic empowerment, and educational opportunities for Jim Crow-era African Americans and women. The site serves as a tribute to her enduring legacy.
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Richmond, VA
The Science Museum of Virginia features diverse exhibitions including an advanced planetarium theater with live shows and a makerspace for hands-on exploration. The museum offers interactive labs, demonstrations, and programs celebrating science and discovery for curious minds of all ages.
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Richmond, VA
The Valentine is a museum in Richmond, VA, offering tours and programs. Visitors can take walking and bus tours to explore Richmond’s historic sites and neighborhoods, including cemeteries, murals, and streets. The museum also features an interactive timeline that uses objects, documents, and images from its collection to explore Richmond history.
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Richmond, VA
The Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia in Richmond shares, interprets, preserves, exhibits, and commemorates the rich history and culture of African Americans throughout the Commonwealth and beyond. Visitors can explore permanent exhibitions and new features several times a year. Notable highlights include the Black History Timeline, Emancipation Oak, and exhibits on Wendell Scott, Richmond 34, and Oliver Hill. Guided tours are available for groups.
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Richmond, VA
The American Civil War Museum explores the causes, course, and consequences of the war that remade America. It operates three sites, including the American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar and the American Civil War Museum at Appomattox. Visitors can take Tredegar History Tours and see Musket Firing Demonstrations.
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