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Virginia War Memorial

621 South Belvidere St, Richmond, VA 23219
804 786-2060
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Ranked #15 of 86 attractions in Richmond
Type: Monuments/ Statues
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Bedford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

A good space to stop and consider. Unfamiliar to us, perhaps but the important sentiments expressed there on many levels are worthy of time. Well kept and elegant structure with good views.

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Eaton, Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

This war memorial is a very small area between the street and boardwalk. The sculpture work is very good. The "remembrance" info about the statues makes you stop and think. The engraved pictures and words on other areas causes you to reflect on the sacrifices made for our safety. Definitely worth stopping by as you walk the streets of Virginia... More

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Midlothian, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

This landmark is a beautiful way to honor our Fallen Heroes, the statue is a very moving piece of sculpture. You can feel the history there, as you gaze at the names of the soldiers from the Commonwealth of Virginia who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The view of the surrounding city is rather special as well & I know a... More

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

a Richmond Landmark., with a wonderful small museum that chronicles the many wars Va citizens have fought in, worth the stop, very informative and friendly staff

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Baltimore, Maryland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

We came to Richmond to do photography. This is a nice memorial, easy to get to, with good parking. We also walked out on the bridge to get pictures over the James River. Unfortunately the sunset was nothing special that day, but you can't blame the memorial for that!

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Charlottesville, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

Fantastic resource for learning about and honoring our country's military veterans. I was amazed at the quality of the exhibits and breadth of things to do and see there. You have to visit the onsite theater where they show a 16 minute film complete with real falling snow. It truly makes you feel as if you were there. For both... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

this is just something that i like to visit. so if you are in the area and just want to stretch , nice place to do that

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Richmond, Virginia, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2013

One of the best views of the James and downtown Richmond can be found at the Virginia War Memorial. Built to honor those who have served, the building is a study in understated classical moderne architecture with a brilliant new addition by Glave & Holmes Architecture.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

Nice to have a short stroll around the memorial, a view of the James River. A small museum on different period of the wars. Ok, most men like this one because of the weapons displayed. Somehow this war memorial gives you a very serious feel. Easy to get to and park.

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2013

The memorial is a beautiful tribute to our fallen heroes. The setting is also spectacular. Our tour was very educational and informative.

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