Culture
A rich cultural background has fed Richmond's excellent and flourishing art scene. The city is home to many cultural attractions such as the Science Museum of Virginia, the Museum of the Confederacy and the Children's Museum of Richmond. Historic attractions include St. John'sChurch and the many monuments located on Monument Row.
History
A major hub of activity during the Revolutionary War, Richmond was home of Patrick Henry's famous "Give me Liberty or Give me Death"" speech at St. John'sChurch. The city came under attack by the British and was burned in 1781, rebuilt in the following year and grew rapidly thereafter. The city soon became a major industrial center, and during the American Civil War, became the capital of the Confederacy. In 1865, retreating Confederate soldiers again burned the city, and since its recovery it has expanded and grown into a thriving area rich in beauty and history.
