The Valentine

The Valentine
The Valentine
Entrance stairwell, postcard c. 1910
Established1898
LocationRichmond, Virginia
TypeHistory Museum & National Historic Landmark
Collection sizeMultiple
DirectorWilliam J. Martin, Director
PresidentMarjorie Grier, Chairperson
Curator
  • Christina Vida, Elise H. Wright Curator of General Collections
  • Meg Hughes, Curator of Archives
  • Kristen Stewart, Nathalie L. Klaus Curator of Costume & Textiles
Websitehttp://www.thevalentine.org

The Valentine is a museum in Richmond, Virginia dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting Richmond's history. Founded by Mann S. Valentine II 1898, it was the first museum in Richmond.

In the early 21st century, The Valentine offers rotating exhibitions, walking tours, programs, special events, research opportunities and more as a way to engage, educate and challenge a diverse audience. The Valentine also includes the Wickham House, a National Historical Landmark.

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