Richmond Kiwanis Assists VHS With Free Family Day Open House

by Ed Stover

The Virginia Historical Society (VHS) Free Family Day Open House took place on Saturday, July 9, 2011. Thanks in part to the Kiwanis Club of Richmond, our co-hosts again this year, the annual event was a huge success. More than 3,500 people visited the museum for the Open House, including hundreds of families who had never been to the VHS before. It was great exposure for the VHS and the Kiwanis Club of Richmond.

The day was full of games, historical demonstrations, music, crafts, prizes, behind-the-scenes tours, a book sale, and much more. Many of the Kiwanis Club members assisted with the "Story of Virginia" family scavenger hunt. ~ Jennifer Guild & Pam Seay (club member), Virginia Historical Society

Jim Wilson helping visiting children.

Barry Case

Tony Pelling on right (trying to find out the other person)


Ginger Pelling with visitors