Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Short Pump

"The imposing white Capitol was built in 1785 to 1788 to the design of Thomas Jefferson, who modeled it after the Roman temple known as the Maison Carree in Nimes, France. Several major events in Confederate history took place here, including the ratification of Virginia's secession and Robert E. Lee's appointment as commander of the Southern army. The statue of George Washington in the lobby was the work of Jean-Antoine Houdon."

"Not many know this, but the Virginia State Capitol is the second oldest functioning capitol in the United States. Designed 1785 by Thomas Jefferson, he based the structure of the capitol on his inspiration, a Roman temple Maison Carree. The architecture of the capitol is indeed a thing of beauty and worth ogling at."

"Thomas Jefferson and French architect Charles-Louis Clérisseau designed it in the late 18th century. It became a focal point for historic moments following its completion in 1788. Notably, it served as the Capitol of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War."

"The Poe Museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the life and works of a famous literary master, Edgar Allan Poe, and it is also home to the world’s finest collection of his works. Known as “America's Shakespeare,” Edgar Allan Poe was a master of a variety of literary genres, ranging from short stories and fiction to lyric poetry and horror stories. The museum’s collection includes first editions, manuscripts, letters, and memorabilia from his life and provides a closer look at his life in early nineteenth century, Richmond."

"At the base of Church Hill, Shockoe Bottom is the home of the Edgar Allan Poe Museum. The museum pays tribute to Poe’s time in Richmond and traces his eerie story through the rest of Virginia and beyond. Peek at original manuscripts, first edition novels, personal belongings, and portraits of the famously morose author, and take time to kiss the Poe bust in the museum’s courtyard, built to reflect the verses found in one of Poe’s inspired literary works."

"Contains the world's largest collection of manuscripts and memorabilia of poet and horror-writer Edgar Allan Poe, who lived and worked in Richmond. Exhibits include the first printing of 'The Raven,' Poe's vest,... Top ChoiceNotable Building in Richmond"

"Colleges & Universities1500 North Lombardy St., Richmond, VA 23220MoreLess Info. A scenic and historical tour of Virginia Union University’s campus is for all visitors, not only prospective students. The old buildings and rich stories about the campus and university are offered by walking tour."

"Bryan Park is the perfect place to get outside and get some exercise!. The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset and entry is free for the general public. Inside the park, you will find a number of walking/biking trails, a soccer field, playground, disc golf course, azalea gardens, and a small lake for fishing."

"their website // location: 5047 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, VA. my thoughts: I stopped by this one after hitting up the South of the James Farmer's Market (it's just about a mile or so down the road!) but was super unimpressed. It's a HUGE open space, with a second layer over part of it, I believe, but it just felt too massive and not cozy at all."

"Located in the heart of arty downtown Richmond, ADA Gallery was established in 2003 and aims to work with the very best emerging and mid-career artists in contemporary art from across the USA, but with an emphasis on artists based in the Mid-Atlantic States. ADA Gallery’s recent exhibitions have included XOXO, a series of acrylic paintings by American Berlin-based artist Kottie Palmoa whose work is a dark take on pop culture and urban life, and Geometron, a series of intricately crafted geometric sculptures by Brooklyn artist and graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, Sarah Bednarak. The gallery works hard to promote its artists to as wide an audience as possible and in 2010 launched a sister gallery, Mulherin & Pollard, in New York City with partner Katherine Mulherin Contemporary Arts Projects from Toronto."

"The ADA Gallery is nestled in downtown Richmond and opened in 2003 to work with both new and established artists from across the country. Exhibitions here include Kottie Palmoa, whose works depict popular culture and urban life, and Sarah Bednarak, who created a geometric sculpture aptly called “Geometron."