Summer in the City 2025
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, June 13 at 9 a.m.
Wednesday, June 25, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Well Collective
Join us on a trip to The Well Collective, a space for conscious community that offers inter-generational wellness, equitable healing modalities, educational workshops, and more. We will begin our tour at their original space in the heart of Shockoe Bottom and then walk to their new location at the Branch Building. We will learn about their history, their restorative justice work, and the different ways we show up in wellness.
Thursday, July 10, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Bellemeade Park
Join us on a trip to Bellemeade Park in the Southside of Richmond. We will meet Robert Argabright, "Mr. Bob", who helped to transform Bellemeade into one of the most beautiful parks in Richmond. We will explore the outdoor learning campus which includes a chicken coop, native wildflower meadow, outdoor classroom, bike repair program, youth garden, and so much more.
Tuesday, July 15, 5-7 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 trailblazer 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 transportation from campus. There are two registration forms below:
REGISTER HERE FOR TOUR WITH GARY FLOWERS (5:30-6:30 PM)
REGISTER HERE FOR TRANSPORTATION FROM CAMPUS (DEPARTS AT 5PM)