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Special Event
Event
Arnold's Raid Walking Tour
Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 37.526817, -77.412219
3215 E. Broad Street, Richmond VA 23223
Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, January 10, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
1 hour
Type of Event
Guided Tour
Talk
Walk
One hour.
Description
In January 1781, a force of British troops descended on Richmond during the Revolutionary War. Led by General Benedict Arnold, who had recently switched sides, the raid was his first undertaking as a British officer. After driving off the Virginia militia, Arnold’s troops occupied Richmond, destroying supplies.
On Saturday, January 10, park rangers will offer a walking tour focused on Arnold's Raid and Richmond in the Revolution. Along the way, we will evaluate the actions of General Arnold and Governor Thomas Jefferson. The free walking tour begins at 10 am at the Chimborazo Visitor Center and lasts one hour.
More information
Reservation or Registration: No
Image Gallery
"Skirmish at Richmond Jan. 5th. 1781" by John Graves Simcoe