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Historic Jackson Ward
In its heyday, Jackson Ward was revered as the hub of "Black Capitalism" and the cultural mecca of black society in the South. Today, the Ward offers a wealth of information and artifacts from Richmond's oldest African-American community. Visit the Museum to explore Banks, Boutiques & "The Deuce": The Legacy of Jackson Ward a permanent exhibition which highlights several businesses and people of the famous Ward.While you're in the neighborhood, you may also want to take the African-American Heritage Walking Tour (below).
African-American Heritage Walking Tour
Start at The Black History Museum, which explores Virginia's vast African-American heritage.
From there walk up Leigh St.
to Adams St. and over one block where you'll find the "Bojangles"
Monument Statue,
dedicated to the vaudeville legend.
Bill "Bojangles" Robinson defined the artistry of tap dancing for two generations of
Americans. His monument is located at the site where "Bojangles" donated a
stoplight for the safety of the neighborhood children. Adams & West Leigh Sts.,
Richmond. (courtesy Richmond
Convention & Visitors Bureau)
Walk three blocks to the corner of 2nd and Leigh Streets to the Maggie
Walker National Historic Site. This National Parks Service site is devoted to
the life of this pioneer banker and community leader
Walk two blocks to
Marshall St. and seven blocks to 10th St. Walk one block to Clay St. to the
Valentine Museum/ Wickham House. The museum of the history of Richmond. Wickham House has
recently undergone extensive restoration.