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Host Your Next Event at the Virginia War Memorial
The Virginia War Memorial overlooks the beautiful James River, boasting one of the best views of the downtown skyline. Dedicated in 1956, the Memorial includes the names of the nearly 12,000 Virginia heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II, Korea, the Persian Gulf, and the Global War on Terrorism. The Virginia War Memorial is and will always be the Commonwealth's tribute to those who served and most especially, to those who died defending our freedoms.
The Memorial’s meeting venues are thoughtfully designed to accommodate a wide range of events. With flexible seating arrangements and facilities, these spaces offer the ideal environment for meetings, conferences, seminars, or receptions.
Your guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the James River and the Richmond city skyline. They may also have the opportunity to enjoy the Memorial’s exhibits and the inspiring Shrine of Memory.
Whether you’re planning a small meeting or a large reception, the Virginia War Memorial’s meeting spaces are the perfect place to bring your vision to life.
Safety and Social Protocols
General
- CDC Recommended Cleaning Procedures:
- Hand Wash/Sanitizer Stations:
- Limited Elevator Occupancy:
- Mobile Payments Accepted:
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Amenities
General
- A/V on site:
- Attraction Fee: Free.
- Distance to Airport: 5 miles
- Handicapped Accessible:
- Hours (General Information): OPEN: Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Outdoor Spaces open until sundown. 24 hour security on-duty.
- Motorcoach Group Friendly:
- Motorcoach Parking on Site:
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Parking:
- Free
- Parking Fee Information: Free for visitors
- Pet Friendly:
Accessibility
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Entrance Accessibility:
- Accessible Ramps and Curbs
- Automated Door Openings
- Elevator to Above Ground Accessible Accommodation
- Nearest Public Bus Stop: 2nd Street and Belvidere (drops off at the Memorial)
Facilities
- Description The Virginia War Memorial Educational Foundation is pleased to offer veteran service organizations, corporations, community groups, and other interested parties ideal space in the 18,00 square foot Paul and Phyllis Galanti Education Center on its grounds. Overlooking the James River valley and Richmond's central business district, the War Memorial provides a perfect location to host a variety of needs ranging from a board meeting of a handful participants to a reception of several hundred to a corporate event for about 3,000.
- Largest Room 2100
- Total Sq. Ft. 18000
- Reception Capacity 2000
- Space Notes Contact the Virginia War Memorial, (804) 786-2060, for more information.
- Theatre Capacity 450
- Banquet Capacity 120
- Number of Rooms 6
- Classroom Capacity 106
Grandy Lobby
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1500
- Banquet Capacity: 80
- Reception Capacity: 150
VMI Alumni Hall of Honor
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1400
- Theater Capacity: 160
- Classroom Capacity: 75
- Banquet Capacity: 64
- Reception Capacity: 175
Schumann Conference Room
- Banquet Capacity: 39
Undercroft Exhibit Hall
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1100
- Reception Capacity: 150
Ukrop Terrace
- Banquet Capacity: 64
- Reception Capacity: 100
Heilman Amphitheather
- Theater Capacity: 450
- Reception Capacity: 2000
Freedom Hall
- Total Sq. Ft.: 2100
- Theater Capacity: 200
- Classroom Capacity: 106
- Banquet Capacity: 120
- Reception Capacity: 220
Richard S. Reynolds Theater
- Theater Capacity: 70