Henrico County Events

Shamrock Showdown 2022

Deep Run Recreation Center 9910 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico, VA, United States

*3/16 UPDATE: The Shamrock Showdown Event is moving indoors to the Deep Run Recreation Center.* Shamrock Showdown Event Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Henrico Recreation & Parks! Compete in contests and games to win epic prizes, dance your favorite jig, and enjoy delicious treats from food truck Sandtopia. The winner of the Leprechaun Challenge will […]

History in Focus: Fashion Goes to War

Armour House & Gardens 4001 Clarendon Road, Henrico, VA, United States

Discover the role fashion played in some of the social movements of the 20th century during this focused history tour and presentation. The beautiful 1915 Armour House will play the perfect backdrop as we highlight the evolution of the WARdrobe. The presentation and tour starts at 12, 1, 2, & 3pm. Armour House & Gardens. […]

Mountain Highway

Henrico Theatre 305 E. Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA

With a style all their own, Mountain Highway® is an authentic young family band steeped in traditional bluegrass and gospel music originally made famous by icons like Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, and Ralph Stanley. The band is comprised of four sibling singers who play banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and guitar, with their father playing upright […]

$5

History in Focus: Women in the Jeffersonian Era

Meadow Farm Museum at Crump Park 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

The presidency of Thomas Jefferson marked a change in women's roles in their households and in society. Explore the life and connections of Mary Glen Crenshaw Austin Sheppard, first female owner of Meadow Farm during this focus tour. The presentation and tour starts at 12, 1, 2, & 3pm. Meadow Farm Museum. Information: [email protected]

Old-School Country Line Dance

Belmont Recreation Center 1600 Hilliard Road, Henrico, VA, United States

Join us for a night of good old country line dancing. It's old-school ya'll, so bring your favorite old pair of line dancing shoes and get ready for some good music, laughter and fun! Recommended for ages 16+. Free, no registration required! For more information, contact [email protected]  

Event Series On the Air Radio Players

On the Air Radio Players

Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen 2880 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

On the Air Radio Players are excited to present "Herding Cats," an old-time radio show by local playwright Patricia Walker! Come and be a part of the studio audience for this hour-long taping featuring live music and sound effects. Fun for the whole family! Information: [email protected]

Event Series On the Air Radio Players

On the Air Radio Players

Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen 2880 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

On the Air Radio Players are excited to present "Herding Cats," an old-time radio show by local playwright Patricia Walker! Come and be a part of the studio audience for this hour-long taping featuring live music and sound effects. Fun for the whole family! Information: [email protected]

History in Focus: Pocahontas

Meadow Farm Museum at Crump Park 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

*Henrico County Spring Break Activity* She's on the Henrico County seal, but what do we really know about her? Many Virginians trace their ancestry to her, but who was she? Join us for a historical presentation about the life and times of Matoaka, Pocahontas, Rebecca Rolfe on the 409th anniversary of her marriage to John […]

History Lecture: Brown’s Island Explosion

Belmont Recreation Center 1600 Hilliard Road, Henrico, VA, United States

Victims of the Brown’s Island Explosion The 1863 Brown's Island Explosion is one of the most tragic events of the Civil War in Richmond. Fifty died at the munitions plant, mostly women and girls. While the cause was determined (careless handling by Mary Ryan), the fate of the victims is not as well known. Historian […]

 
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