 June 7 (2-4pm)
Capitol Square Designed by John Notman in 1850, Capitol Square is home to the Virginia State Capitol, the Executive Mansion, the Bell Tower, the new Civil Rights Memorial and a number of state buildings and other monuments dedicated to Virginians who helped shape our nation’s history, including George Mason and Thomas Jefferson. Includes a tour of the Capitol.
Meet your guide outside Capitol Square at the 9th and Grace Street gate. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 June 13 (10am - 12pm)
History Hounds Explore Oregon Hill Dogs are invited to join their owners for this of Oregon Hill, in partnership with the SPCA. Dogs must have current shots, mix well with others and remain on a leash. Owners are responsible for water and cleaning up after their dogs. The SPCA will provide bags. Reservations are required: (804) 649-0711 ext. 301. Space is limited.
Meet your guide at Cherry and Idlewood streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 June 13 (12-2pm) SEGWAY TOUR
NEW TOUR! Monument Avenue on a Segway Ride a Segay down the first street in the U.S. to be designated as a National Landmark by the National Park Service. Learn about the diverse architectural styles of the avenue’s grand town houses, famous residents and renowned architects. Reservations are required. Call Segway of Richmond (804) 343-1850.
Starting point will be determined by Segway of Richmond.
 June 14 (2-4pm)
Hollywood Cemetery An extension of the daily “Highlights” tour, this version covers in more detail the cemetery’s unique history, landscape design, architecture, symbols and residents.
Meet your guide at the rear of the stone structure at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 June 20 (6-7:30pm)
Church Hill Examine 19th century architecture and modern revitalization efforts in Richmond’s oldest intact neighborhood. Developed by Major William Mayo, Church Hill is home to St. John’s Church, where Patrick Henry made his famous speech, and the city’s largest number of antebellum structures.
Meet your guide at Patrick Henry Park across from St. John’s Church, E. Broad and 24th streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 June 21 (2-4pm)
NEW TOUR! The Alleys and Parks of the Fan The branching avenues that give the Fan its characteristic fan shape form several triangular green spaces, including Harrison Street Park, Lombardy Park and Monroe Park. Stroll through these, as well as some of the landscaped alleys and hidden gardens of the Fan.
Meet your guide at Meadow Park, at the intersection of Meadow, Park and Stuart avenues. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 June 28 (2-4pm)
Canal Boats and Cobblestones Explore architectural treasures and preservation efforts along the James River and the Canal, which was developed in the 1840’s to bypass river rapids. Includes Shockoe Slip, the Turning Basin and the warehouse district.
Meet your guide at the James Center Clock Tower at 10th and Cary streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 July 5 (2-4pm)
NEW TOUR! Ginter Park Join your guide for a tour of Ginter Park, a stately north Richmond neighborhood planned by Lewis Ginter and, over the years, home to many of the city’s political and social elite.
Meet your guide on the southwest corner of Brook Road and Westwood Avenue. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 July 11 (10a-12p)
NEW TOUR! Historic Churches of Jackson Ward Known as the “birthplace of Black Capitalism,” Jackson Ward also is home to a number of diverse and historic congregations. Join your guide for a walk through the ward, with stops at Sixth Mount Zion Church and 3rd Street Bethel.
Meet your guide at 3rd and E. Leigh streets, near the Oliver Hill statue. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
July 12 (10a-12p)
Hollywood Cemetery An extension of the daily “Highlights” tour, this version covers in more detail the cemetery’s unique history, landscape design, architecture, symbols and residents.
Meet your guide at the rear of the stone structure at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
July 18 (12-2pm) SEGWAY TOUR
NEW TOUR! Shockoe Bottom on a Segway Ride a Segway on Main Street Station, past the Farmer’s Market, Tobacco Row and the growing number of eateries, residences and shops that dot Shockoe Bottom, Richmond’s former commercial and transportation hub. Learn about the area’s history as one the busiest slave quarters in the country.
Reservations are required. Call Segway of Richmond (804) 343-1850. Starting point will be determined by Segway of Richmond.
 July 19 (2-4pm)
The Museum District The founding of the Confederate soldiers home initiated the residential development of the area known today as the Museum District. Home to the Virginia Historical Society, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, schools, businesses, churches and residences, this area has played an important role in the westward expansion of the city.
Meet your guide at the rear entrance to the Pauley Center, directly behind the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
July 25 (2-4pm)
Canal Boats and Cobblestones Explore architectural treasures and preservation efforts along the James River and the Canal, which was developed in the 1840’s to bypass river rapids. Includes Shockoe Slip, the Turning Basin and the warehouse district.
Meet your guide at the James Center Clock Tower at 10th and Cary streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 July 26 (2-4pm)
NEW TOUR! Manchester Located south of the James River, Manchester was once a major port city and for three years was the county seat of Chesterfield. Incorporated into the city of Richmond in 1910, Manchester enjoyed a mid-century heyday and is now undergoing efforts to recapture its roots.
Meet your guide at Bankuet Place, 1129 Hull Street. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 Aug 2 (2-4pm)
Carytown and the Byrd Theatre Learn about Carytown’s fascinating history as a buffalo trail, a streetcar suburb and the Georgetown of Richmond. Includes Cary Court Shopping Center, restored to its 1930’s art deco splendor, and a “behind the scenes” tour of the Byrd Theatre (1928), one of the few active movie palaces in the country.
Meet at Nacho Mama’s, 3449 W. Cary Street. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Aug. 8 (10a-12p)
NEW TOUR! Director’s Tour: Highland Park History Center Director Bill Martin leads a brand new of one of Richmond's lesser known historic retail districts. One of the city's original streetcar suburbs, Highland Park sits just north of downtown Richmond, on the hills above Shockoe Valley, and dates to the 1890s.
Meet at Boaz and Ruth, 3030 Meadowbridge Road. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Aug 9 (10am-12pm)
Hollywood Cemetery An extension of the daily “Highlights” tour, this version covers in more detail the cemetery’s unique history, landscape design, architecture, symbols and residents.
Meet your guide at the rear of the stone structure at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Aug. 15 (12-2pm) SEGWAY TOUR
NEW TOUR! The Fan on a Segway Ride a Segway past the restored 19th and 20th century homes, churches, schools and businesses of the fashionable Fan District. Learn about the luminaries who have called it home and the architectural details that make the neighborhood unique and timeless.
Reservations are required. Call Segway of Richmond (804) 343-1850. Starting point will be determined by Segway of Richmond.
 Aug 15 (6-7:30pm)
Monument Avenue: Heroes, Homes and Residents The first street in the U.S. to be designated as a National Landmark by the National Park Service, Monument Avenue is one of America’s most beautiful boulevards. Learn about the diverse architectural styles of its grand town houses, famous owners and renowned architects.
Meet your guide at the Lee Monument at Allen Street and Monument Avenue. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Aug 16 (2-4pm)
Church Hill Examine 19th century architecture and modern revitalization efforts in Richmond’s oldest intact neighborhood. Developed by Major William Mayo, Church Hill is home to St. John’s Church, where Patrick Henry made his famous speech, and the city’s largest number of antebellum structures.
Meet your guide at Patrick Henry Park across from St. John’s Church, E. Broad and 24th streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 Aug. 22 (10a-12p)
NEW TOUR! Byrd Park Tyler Potterfield, author of Nonesuch a History of Richmond, Virginia Landscape to 1942, leads a walk through historic Byrd Park. Learn about its lakes, buildings, waterworks, Carillon, Dogwood Dell and the city's first tree nursery. Participants will gain an appreciation of the landscape of Richmond's largest park.
Meet your guide at the Christopher Columbus statue at the southern end of the Boulevard. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 Aug 23 (2-4pm)
Shockoe Bottom Now an entertainment and residential district, Shockoe Bottom once served as Richmond’s commercial and transportation hub, as well as one of the country’s busiest slave markets. Explore Main Street Station, the Farmer’s Market, Tobacco Row and current revitalization efforts.
Meet your guide at Main and 17th streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 Aug. 30 (2-4pm)
Downtown Churches Each of the four historic churches on this tour has a fascinating story, distinctive architecture and generations of parishioners. Visit Centenary Methodist, St. Peter’s Catholic, St. Paul’s Episcopal and Second Presbyterian.
Meet your guide at Second Presbyterian Church on 5th Street between Franklin and Main streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Sept 6 (2-4pm)
Capitol Square Designed by John Notman in 1850, Capitol Square is home to the Virginia State Capitol, the Executive Mansion, the Bell Tower, the new Civil Rights Memorial and a number of buildings and other monuments dedicated to Virginians who helped shape our nation’s history, including George Mason and Thomas Jefferson. Includes a tour of the Capitol building.
Meet your guide outside Capitol Square at the 9th and Grace Street gate. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Sept 13 (2-4pm)
Hollywood Cemetery An extension of the daily “Highlights” tour, this version covers in more detail the cemetery’s unique history, landscape design, architecture, symbols and residents.
Meet your guide at the rear of the stone structure at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Sept. 19 (10 am-12 pm)
History Hounds Explore Forest Hill Dogs are invited to join their owners for this of Forest Hill, in partnership with the SPCA. Dogs must have current shots, mix well with others and remain on a leash. Owners are responsible for water and cleaning up after their dogs. The SPCA will provide bags.
Reservations are required: (804) 649-0711 ext. 301. Space is limited. Meet your guide at The Stone House in Forest Hill Park. $10
Sept. 19 (12-2pm) SEGWAY TOUR
NEW TOUR! Hollywood Cemetery on a Segway Tour one of the area’s most beautiful cemeteries on a Segway! Learn about the history, artwork and symbolism of Hollywood Cemetery, as well as the famous personalities buried there.
Reservations are required. Call Segway of Richmond (804) 343-1850. Starting point will be determined by Segway of Richmond.
 Sept. 20 (2-4pm)
NEW TOUR! Monroe Ward From the early 1880s through Reconstruction, Monroe Ward was considered one of Richmond’s most elegant neighborhoods. Stroll past these historic buildings that have been lovingly preserved and “recycled” for the 21st century.
Meet your guide outside the Commonwealth Club at 401 W. Franklin Street. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Sept 26 (6-7:30pm)
Canal Boats and Cobblestones Explore architectural treasures and preservation efforts along the James River and the Canal, which was developed in the 1840’s to bypass river rapids. Includes Shockoe Slip, the Turning Basin and the warehouse district.
Meet your guide at the James Center Clock Tower at 10th and Cary streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 Sept. 27 (2-4pm)
Jackson Ward Known as the “birthplace of Black Capitalism,” Jackson Ward is rich in African American history and culture and boasts the largest collection of pre-Civil War homes in the city. Tour includes the Maggie L. Walker Historic Site, the A.D. Price Funeral Home and the Dill House.
Meet your guide in front of the Black History Museum and Cultural Center, 00 Clay Street, between 1st and Adams. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Oct 4 (2-4pm)
Monument Avenue: Heroes, Homes and Residents The first street in the U.S. to be designated as a National Landmark by the National Park Service, Monument Avenue is one of America’s most beautiful boulevards. Learn about the diverse architectural styles of its grand town houses, famous owners and renowned architects.
Meet your guide at the Lee Monument at Allen Street and Monument Avenue. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Oct 11 (2-4pm)
Hollywood Cemetery An extension of the daily “Highlights” tour, this version covers in more detail the cemetery’s unique history, landscape design, architecture, symbols and residents.
Meet your guide at the rear of the stone structure at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
 Oct. 18 (2-4pm)
Oregon Hill Settled by Irish and Welsh ironworkers in the 1840’s, Oregon Hill is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Richmond and continues to thrive as a tight-knit, working class neighborhood. Includes a visit to St. Andrew’s Church and School.
Meet your guide at Laurel and Idlewood streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Oct. 24 (10am – 12pm)
History Hounds Explore Church Hill Dogs are invited to join their owners for this of Church Hill, in partnership with the SPCA. Dogs must have current shots, mix well with others and remain on a leash. Owners are responsible for water and cleaning up after their dogs. The SPCA will provide bags.
Reservations are required: (804) 649-0711 ext. 301. Space is limited. Meet your guide at Patrick Henry Park, across from St. John’s Church, at E. Broad and 25th streets. $10
Oct 24 (12-2pm) SEGWAY TOUR
NEW TOUR! Hollywood Cemetery on a Segway Tour one of the area’s most beautiful cemeteries on a Segway! Learn about the history, artwork and symbolism of Hollywood Cemetery, as well as the famous personalities buried there.
Reservations are required. Call Segway of Richmond (804) 343-1850. Starting point will be determined by Segway of Richmond.
Oct 25 (2-4pm)
Canal Boats and Cobblestones Explore architectural treasures and preservation efforts along the James River and the Canal, which was developed in the 1840’s to bypass river rapids. Includes Shockoe Slip, the Turning Basin and the warehouse district.
Meet your guide at the James Center Clock Tower at 10th and Cary streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Sundays in November 1, 8, 15, 22 (2-4pm)
Hollywood Cemetery An extension of the daily “Highlights” tour, this version covers in more detail the cemetery’s unique history, landscape design, architecture, symbols and residents.
Meet your guide at the rear of the stone structure at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Saturdays in November 7, 14, 21 & 28 (10-11:30am)
Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Learn about the cemetery’s history, artwork and symbolism, as well as the famous personalities buried there, including two U.S. Presidents, writer Ellen Glasgow, Confederate President Jefferson Davis and Generals George Pickett and J.E.B. Stuart.
Meet your guide at the rear of the stone structure on the left at the cemetery entrance at Cherry and Albemarle Streets. $10 (Pay your guide on the day of the tour. ) Members: $5
Nov. 21 (12-2pm) SEGWAY TOUR
NEW TOUR! Jackson Ward on a Segway Tour the “birthplace of Black Capitalism” on a Segway! Jackson Ward is rich in African American history and culture and boasts the largest collection of pre-Civil War homes in the city. Tour includes the Maggie L. Walker Historic Site, the A.D. Price Funeral Home and the Dill House.
Reservations are required. Call Segway of Richmond (804) 343-1850. Starting point will be determined by Segway of Richmond.
 Dec. 26 & 27 (6-7:30pm)
Holiday Glitter: Monument Avenue After Dark Enjoy the lights and glitter of Monument Avenue decked out for the holidays. This early evening stroll combines history with a touch of glitz! Dress comfortably, and please bring a flashlight.
Reservations are required: (804) 649-0711 ext. 301. Meet your guide at the Lee Monument at Allen and Monument Avenues.
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May 4 (10:30am – 12pm; Monday-Saturday, May through early September) 
present a of E. Broad and Grace streets in downtown Richmond, including the new CenterStage complex, the National Theatre, the Virginia State Capitol and the former Miller & Rhoads building, now converted into a hotel and condominiums. 
May 16 (6-7:30pm)