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Commemorate #VA250 in Richmond with the Valentine! Step into the past in Shockoe Bottom, one of Richmond’s oldest historic districts, to learn about the struggles for freedom that shaped our nation. Join Richmond’s most experienced guides as we explore this historic neighborhood that was both the center of the domestic slave trade and the birthplace of American religious liberty. We’ll visit Richmond’s canal walk, explore the remnants of Richmond’s industrial origins, and stop by the Henry "Box" Brown monument.

This tour has been reviewed by Sportable for wheelchair accessibility, ensuring that individuals of all abilities can participate comfortably. Easy, 1-mile walk includes a scavenger hunt for kids.

Tickets are required. This tour meets at the Valentine First Freedom Center at 14 S. 14th Street