Maymont Gardens
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Discover something new at Maymont – whether it’s a blooming flower in the gardens, a special exhibit in the mansion, a baby goat at the Farm, or a fun public event. The 100-acre estate and park has been transformed from the Gilded Age showplace of millionaire couple, James and Sallie Dooley, into a public wonderland that offers unique experiences for all ages. Stroll through a century-old Italian Garden with a classical pergola, splashing fountains and fragrant roses. Then take in the tranquil surroundings of the 100-year-old Japanese Garden featuring a dramatic waterfall, moon bridge and stepping stones over a koi-filled pond. Marvel at national and state champion trees among the magnificent specimens in the arboretum, and explore other specialty gardens include a butterfly garden, herb garden, and native landscapes. At this carefully preserved landmark, you also can tour the 33-room Maymont Mansion filled with magnificent furniture and decorative arts, and learn about the lives of a wealthy Richmond family and the experiences of the African American staff who worked for them. The attraction also includes a collection of antique and reproduction carriages, wildlife habitats with native Virginia animals like black bears and bald eagles, The Robins Nature Center with giant aquariums and creatures of the James River, and a Farm with goats, pigs, cows and other livestock. Look for special programs and events throughout the year. Whoever you are, you can find something to delight, educate and inspire you at this Richmond treasure.
Safety and Social Protocols
General
- CDC Recommended Cleaning Procedures:
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- No Contact Services:
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Personal Protection
- Masks Required-Guest:
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Amenities
General
- A/V on site:
- Attraction Fee: Grounds are free Maymont Mansion Tour: $5 per person suggested donation Nature and Visitor Center Exhibits: $4 youth & adults ages 13-59 $3 children ages 4-12 and seniors ages 60+ Free for Maymont members and kids under 4 years old
- Distance to Airport: 10.1 miles
- Handicapped Accessible:
- Hours (General Information): Grounds open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. November-March, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. April-October. Exhibits open noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday
- Motorcoach Group Friendly:
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Parking:
- Free
- Motorcoach
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Restaurant
- # of Restaurants: 1
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Parks and Recreation
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Park Activities:
- Birding
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Park Features:
- Captive Wildlife
- Gardens
- Nature Center
- Pond or Lake
- Restrooms
- Waterfall
Student Performance Venue
- Are performances held indoors, outdoors or both?: Both
- Days and Times Performances are Held: April through October, performances are allowed daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. From November to March, performances are allowed 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. *Seating and performance capacity is virtually unlimited on the Carriage House Lawn and other lawns. Performance space in the Nature Center, gardens or Eagle Plaza amphitheater may be available for small groups. However, no seating is provided for performers in any location, and only the amphitheater has seating for up to 50 people in the audience.
- Days are Times that are Best for Performances: Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Facilities
- Reception Capacity 500
- Theatre Capacity 50
- Banquet Capacity 150
- Number of Rooms 13
- Classroom Capacity 40
Garden Hall
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1769
- Banquet Capacity: 80
- Reception Capacity: 150
Carriage House Lawn
- Reception Capacity: 250
Nature Center (full building)
- Total Sq. Ft.: 22000
- Reception Capacity: 500
Nature Center Robins Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 660
- Classroom Capacity: 40
Stone Barn
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1160
- Theater Capacity: 50
The Farm Lawn
- Reception Capacity: 250
Nature Center EEC & West Terrace
- Total Sq. Ft.: 3152
- Banquet Capacity: 150
- Reception Capacity: 250
Nature Center Conference Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 584
- Classroom Capacity: 20
1000 Westover (full building)
- Banquet Capacity: 100
1000 Westover-New Wing (enitre building)
- Banquet Capacity: 80
1000 Westover-Historic Front Structure
- Banquet Capacity: 32
Peacock Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 983
- Banquet Capacity: 80
Magnolia Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 786
- Banquet Capacity: 50