Originals
Dream Big
TWO GALLERIES • O�E CREATIVE ECOSYSTEM
THE ART OF GIVING
INTRODUCING DREAM BIG ORIGINALS AND THE SIP ARTISTS BEHIND THE ART
Together, they form a living community of artists built on legacy and connection. Dream Big Originals - Suite145 1 (804) 987-3048
Dream Big Artworks - Suite 115 1(804)630-9833
Showcases one-of-a-kind works by SIP Artists - created and exhibited at Stony Point Fashion Park.
Celebrates Reborn Originals ™ archival, framed reproductions true to each artist's vision.
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Tuesday - Saturday: 11am to 5pm
Sunday: 12pm to 5pm
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TOURS WITH UNIQUE RIDES
HIT A THEME PARK Kings Dominion has added another heart-stopping ride to its roster: Rapterra, the world’s tallest and longest launched wing roller coaster. With seats on both sides of the track rather than atop it, Rapterra gives riders an exhilarating experience as they soar 145 feet above the park through loops, a corkscrew and a 360-degree roll during the 90-second ride. The coaster debuted in 2025 for Kings Dominion’s 50th anniversary. Tickets start at $45. kingsdominion.com
Bicycles Sightsee at an idyllic pace on a retro-inspired bike with a wicker basket for your goodies. Tours from $105 with your bike; from $115 with rental. basketandbike.com
Charter Bus
VISIT THE ZOO Metro Richmond Zoo welcomed three new lemurs and a baby giraffe in 2025, and world-famous pygmy hippo Poppy made her outdoor debut. More than 2,000 other animals across 190 species call the zoo home. Plus, explore the zoo from above on two zip line courses. The children’s Junior Explorer Course and all-age Treetop Zoofari Course have both been updated with enhanced safety measures. Tickets $26.95 adults, $20.95 kids; obstacle courses extra. metrorichmondzoo.com
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• Also consider: The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, vmfa.museum; the Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University; icavcu. org; and the Virginia State Capitol, virginiacapitol.gov, all offer free admission.
SUMMERTIME SCARES Spooky stories lurk around every corner in Richmond’s historic districts. Tag along with Haunts of Richmond on a spine-tingling tour like Shadows of Shockoe, Church Hill Chillers, Phantoms of Franklin or Creepy Tales on Campus. Those with a sixth sense may even summon the spirits of Edgar Allan Poe, Chief Justice John Marshall and novelist Ellen Glasgow. Haunts of Richmond president Beth Houlihan says the tours are fun for all ages. “It’s like hearing a ghost story around a campfire,” she says. Tours are ThursdaySunday; $25/person or $30 for walk-ups. hauntsofrichmond.com • Also consider: Richmond Ghosts, rvaghosts.com; Strange RVA, strangerva.com // Originally published in June 2025 and updated for Welcome Inc.
Book a custom tour in a 14-passenger bus; guests can bring their own food, drinks and music. Contact for pricing; discoverrichmondtours.com/ charter-bus-rentals
GEM Cars Zip around in a GEM car — a battery-powered electric vehicle that tops out at 35 mph — during a guided tour. $43; rvaonwheels.com/gemcar
Limousines Sightsee in style by booking a limousine to tour wineries, breweries or a custom itinerary of sights around the city. jameslimousine.com
Segways Discover all Richmond has to offer by joining a Segway tour of landmarks, street art, historic neighborhoods and more. From $56 per person; rvaonwheels.com/segway
Trolleys With public and private tour options, hopping onto a trolley is a great way to see the city with a group. From $45 per person; rvaonwheels.com/ trolley
Tuk Tuks RVATukTuk offers transportation services for group outings and sightseeing tours in threewheeled open-air limos. From $165 per tuk tuk; rvatuktuk.com
Walking Immerse yourself in the city (and get your steps in) while trying new food, learning cultural history and more. From $20. Discover Richmond Tours, discoverrichmondtours. com; Elegba Folklore Society, efsinc.org/tours
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UNIQUELY RICHMOND Shockoe Slip and Shockoe Bottom Retailers including a bookstore and an antiques shop are found in Shockoe Slip. Adjacent Shockoe Bottom offers additional stores. shockoeslip.org Arts District Find clothing shops, art galleries, theaters, restaurants and a boutique hotel along Broad Street downtown. richmondartsdistrict.com
Short Pump A shoppers’ paradise featuring lodging, retail and dining at West Broad Village, plus dining and locally owned specialty stores at the Shoppes at Westgate. westbroadvillage.com; shoppesatwestgate.westendframing.com
Carytown Stretching along West Cary Street, the “Mile of Style” bustles with local dining, spas and unique shops. carytownrva.com
Downtown Ashland Find a specialty grocer, niche boutiques, antique stores and restaurants along Ashland’s Center Street and Railroad Avenue. visitashlandva.com
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Lakeside Stores offer a mix of quirky home furnishings, antiques and gifts along Lakeside Avenue between Glenside Drive and Bryan Park.
Short Pump Town Center
Southpark Mall Serving the Tri-Cities area of Petersburg, Colonial Heights and Hopewell since 1989, Southpark Mall has J.C. Penney, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Regal Theatres and an extensive list of typical mall stores and dining options. 230 Southpark Circle, Colonial Heights, southparkmall.com
Westhampton RVA In the Near West End, this area encompasses Patterson, Libbie and Grove avenues, with a variety of local boutiques and shops. westhamptonrva.com
Willow Lawn Richmond’s first shopping center offers Dick’s Sporting Goods, Old Navy, Michaels, Buff City Soap and other larger chain stores, as well as a Kroger grocery store, Row House Fitness gym, spa, children’s play area, and a number of local and national restaurants. The center is bordered by apartments with additional units in the works, and it’s serviced by the city’s Pulse bus route. 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, willowlawn.com
Since the open-air mall opened in 2003, Short Pump Town Center has remained a key player in the transformation of the West End of Henrico County and the edge of Goochland County. The mall boasts over 100 retailers, such as Apple, Anthropologie, Crate & Barrel, Dick’s Sporting Goods and L.L. Bean, as well as restaurants including local favorites The Boathouse, Casa del Barco and Lehja plus national chains and fast casual options. 11800 W. Broad St., shortpumptowncenter.com
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The Shoppes at Bellgrade At the corner of Huguenot and Robious roads, enjoy a selection of clothing and other specialty stores. 11400 W. Huguenot Road
The Shops at White Oak Village Features national chain stores for apparel, entertainment and pet supplies. 4521-4571 S. Laburnum Ave.
Stony Point Shopping Center Gifts, stationery, children’s clothing, Trader Joe’s and more at the intersection of Huguenot Road and Forest Hill Avenue.
Sycamore Square This shopping center in the village of Midlothian has upscale consignment jewelry, clothing and dining. 1000 Sycamore Square Drive, shopsycamoresquare.com
Westchester Commons This retail development includes a movie theater, national chain stores and other shops and restaurants. 15786 WC Main St., shopwestchestercommons.com
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