Summer in the City 2026
Summer in the City excursions for University of Richmond faculty and staff highlight some of our favorite Richmond destinations. Transportation and boxed lunches or snacks will be provided. Registration is required and opens on Friday, April 17 at 9 a.m.
**NEW DATE** Tuesday, June 9, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Shockoe Institute: Expanding Freedom
Join us on a trip to the Shockoe Institute in Main Street Station for a tour of their Expanding Freedom exhibit. The exhibit traces and reveals the enduring impact of racial slavery on our shared American experiences and invites visitors to learn and reflect on this history so they may act in ways that help improve our civic life.
Thursday, May 28, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
JXN Project Skipwith-Roper Cottage
Join us on a trip to see the Skipwith-Roper Cottage which is an historic site that commemorates the life, liberty, lineage, and legacy of Abraham Peyton Skipwith, who is often regarded as "The Founding Father of Jackson Ward". Our time at the cottage may be limited so we will head to St. Luke's Legacy Center for lunch and learning.
Thursday, June 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Maymont Mansion
Join us on a trip to the Maymont Mansion for a self-guided tour. Built in 1893 for a millionaire couple, James and Sallie Dooley, the lavishly furnished home is filled with fine art and decorative objects collected on their world travels. Plus, explore the "In Domestic Service" exhibition belowstairs to learn about the Dooleys' staff.
Wednesday, July 15, 4:50 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Maggie Walker Tour
Come join us for an exciting journey through the life and legacy of Maggie Walker. This bus tour will start at the St. Luke's Legacy Center, where you'll get to explore the history and impact of this remarkable woman. Walk in the footsteps of a trailblzer and gain a deeper understanding of her lasting influence with the help of Gary Flowers. the tour will also include time for hors d'oeuvres and connection. The CCE is sponsoring this event as part of St. Luke's Legacy Center's Legacy Week. The tour with Gary Flowers is open to the public. The CCE is also sponsoring transportation from campus for UR staff, faculty, and their families.
Please note that you must first register for a spot on the tour and then you can register for transortation from campus. There are two registration forms below:
REGISTER HERE FOR MAGGIE WALKER TOUR (5:30 - 6:30 PM)
REGISTER HERE FOR TRANSPORTATION FROM CAMPUS (DEPARTS 4:50 PM)