Arts in the Park is a fun event the first weekend of May. July 4th here is also fun, but you can't always see the fireworks due to the trees.
Sit on the benches along the way and soak up the sun on warm spring days. Also try the Floodwall Walk across the river.
A nice 1.25 mile walk through downtown Richmond, the Canal Walk presents four centuries of Richmond’s history interpreted through medallions, monuments and exhibits. Read more.
Great spot to take out of town visitors for a unique view of the river with some history on the side.
If you're hungry, get here early and grab a bite to eat at Meriweather's Cafe. Just $5 for lunch specials with a great view in a nicely cooled space!
St. John's Church, an Episcopal parish, offers stirring worship, engagement with its urban community, and a spiritual home for growth in faith & service.
Walker became first female founder of a chartered bank. Started as an African-American burial society it grew to provide loans to blacks when others refused. Read more.