Plaque Text for Virginia Landmark #SA-99:
The 1892 bequest of Mann S. Valentine II, creator of Valentine’s Meat Juice health tonic, established the Valentine Museum as one of Richmond’s first museums. He sought to create a museum devoted to the art, history, and culture of the world. First headquartered in the Wickham-Valentine House, the museum expanded to include the Edward V. Valentine Sculpture Studio, the house, and its garden. The museum’s collection of Richmond history includes photographs, rare books, fine art, costumes, objects, and textiles. This extensive collection serves as a resource for exhibitions, research, education programs, tours, and publications.
More about the Valentine Museum:
Valentine’s Meat Juice was basically beef and vegetable broth with a secret blend of vitamins and herbs that were thought to be medicinal! It was billed as a cure-all for anemia, digestive trouble, and more! It may have run out of popularity, but it sure did heap up a fortune for Mr. Mann Valentine II!
How Can I #HelpTheHelpers?
- Pay the entrance fee to help maintain trails, signs, structures, and other visitor services!
- Volunteer at the Valentine Museum!
- Donate to the Valentine Museum!
- Be a responsible visitor! Please respect the signs and pathways, and treat all structures and artifacts with respect. They’ve endured a lot to survive into the present. They’ll need our help to make it into the future!
How Do I Get There?
1005 E Clay St
Richmond, VA 23219
(Take Me There!)
When Should I Visit?
View the plaque whenever you like, but museum hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM (open until 7:00 PM on Thursdays)!