Uncover Richmond’s 1870 Municipal War, a gripping tale of resistance and resilience. Explore untold stories of the Reconstruction Era on this historic tour.
Uncover Richmond’s 1870 Municipal War, a gripping tale of resistance and resilience. Explore untold stories of the Reconstruction Era on this historic tour.
- Shockoe Bottom District - Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the Shockoe Bottom district and visit locations associated with the Richmond 1870 Municipal War.
- Shockoe Bottom District - Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the Shockoe Bottom district and visit locations associated with the Richmond 1870 Municipal War.

- Tour of sites related to the 1870 Municipal War
- Tour of sites related to the 1870 Municipal War
- Bottled water
- Bottled water
In 1870, Richmond was on the brink of chaos. The racial tensions that followed the American Civil War quickly escalated into open hostility, leading to a plot to forcibly restore a system of White Supremacy. However, formerly enslaved African Americans and their supporters stood firm, determined not to surrender their city. The resulting siege and…
In 1870, Richmond was on the brink of chaos. The racial tensions that followed the American Civil War quickly escalated into open hostility, leading to a plot to forcibly restore a system of White Supremacy. However, formerly enslaved African Americans and their supporters stood firm, determined not to surrender their city. The resulting siege and battle claimed many lives, forever altering Richmond’s history.
Participate in this guided historical tour of one of Richmond’s most challenging periods: the Municipal War of 1870, and uncover the hidden history of Richmond during the Reconstruction Era.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.