Monumental Church
Monumental Church stands on the site of one of Richmond’s most tragic events, the Richmond Theatre fire of 1811, where dozens of people lost…
Places
Elmira Royster Shelton House
Tucked into the historic Church Hill neighborhood, the Elmira Royster Shelton House is closely tied to one of Richmond’s most famous love stories. Elmira…
The Poe Museum
Located in Richmond’s historic Shockoe Bottom neighborhood, the Poe Museum honors the life and legacy of Edgar Allan Poe. Although Poe never lived in…
Virginia State Capitol Building
Designed by Thomas Jefferson and completed in 1788, the Virginia State Capitol has witnessed centuries of dramatic moments in American history. From heated political…
The Egyptian Building
Built in 1845 as part of the Medical College of Virginia, the Egyptian Building is one of Richmond’s most unusual landmarks. Designed in the…
Ginter House
Once the home of tobacco magnate Lewis Ginter, this elegant residence now sits quietly within Virginia Commonwealth University’s campus. Over the years, stories of…
The Jefferson Hotel
One of Richmond’s most elegant landmarks, the Jefferson Hotel opened in 1895 and has welcomed presidents, celebrities, and travelers for generations. Beneath its grand…