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Historic Downtown Richmond’s Secret Garden Party

Explore the secret urban gardens in Richmond's Court End District and discover the charm of years past.

Start at ANY of the 5 participating sites and walk from garden to garden enjoying cocktails, bands and food. For your convenience, a shuttle will circulate among all sites throughout the evening.

Live music, hors d’oeuvres, gallery tours and more.

Showcased Gardens:

Monumental Church | Historic Richmond Foundation
Come join Historic Richmond Foundation at Monumental Church for a “Very Virginia” themed night. Taste Virginia’s signature foods by Very Richmond Indeed Catering and listen to the sounds of Justin Smith's Jazz Band Trio while sampling wine from some of Virginia’s finest vineyards. While here, explore Richmond’s Monumental Church and learn the story of the Richmond Theater Fire.

Sally Archer Anderson Garden | The Museum and White House of the Confederacy
The Museum and White House of the Confederacy will be serving a variety of Virginia Wines as well as delicious BBQ and cobbler from Double T’s BBQ. Enjoy music in the garden by The John Conley Trio, and take a leisurely stroll through the White House and Museum galleries to learn more about Richmond during the Civil War.
Come and enjoy a taste of southern hospitality.

John Marshall House Garden | John Marshall House
The Historic John Marshall House and Garden, built in 1790 and home to the fourth Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, as well as Richmond’s leading citizen, John Marshall, will be highlighting the Federal roots of Court End with period dancers, traditional music, food, and Madeira, the favorite drink of John Marshall and many of the Founding Fathers.

Becky's Healing Garden | VCU Massey Cancer Cener
The Healing Garden at VCU’s Massey Cancer Center is the tranquil setting for champagne provided by Total Wine and desserts baked by Massey Volunteers. Classical Guitarist, Leah Kruszewski, will perform during the event. Please visit Massey and experience The Healing Garden.

Wickham House Garden | Valentine Richmond History Center
The Wickham House (1812) Garden at the Valentine Richmond History Center will come alive with the flair of the 1930’s, featuring period-inspired food, vodka gimlets, and ballad, blues, and old-time dance favorites of the 1920s and 1930s by four-piece ensemble Campbell’s Ramblers.

All sites located within three square blocks.

Secret Garden Party
Thursday | May 13, 2010 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Single: $30, Couple: $50 beforehand | Last day to purchase advanced tickets is May 12th at 5:00pm.
Single: $35, Couple: $60 at the door

Please bring print out of online reservation purchase as proof and present at your starting location May 13th.

Advanced ticket sales are now closed. To purchase tickets, go to any of the 5 locations: $35 for single and $60 for a couple.