The National, Richmond

Name: The National
Address: Richmond, United States
Telephone: +1 804-612-1900

#39 among attractions in Richmond

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Facts and practical information

The National Theater is a historic theater in Richmond, Virginia. Part of a city block along the 700 block of Broad Street once known as Theatre Row, it is the only surviving auditorium of the row. ()

Opened: 1923 (101 years ago)Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCapacity: 1500Coordinates: 37°32'31"N, 77°26'6"W

Address

Downtown Richmond (Capitol District)Richmond United States

Contact

+1 804-612-1900

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The National – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Virginia State Capitol, Richmond Coliseum, Virginia Washington Monument, Altria Theater.

~1240 ftS
Colonial-style government landmark
Virginia State Capitol, Richmond
7 min walk • The Virginia State Capitol, a historical beacon in the heart of Richmond, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of American democracy. Designed by Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, in collaboration with French architect Charles-Louis...
~970 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Richmond Coliseum, Richmond
5 min walk • Richmond Coliseum was an arena located in Richmond, Virginia, with a capacity of 13,500 that was most often used for various large concerts. The arena opened in 1971 and the region is looking to replace the aging facility with a larger one.
~960 ftS
Greek Revival architecture, Monuments and statues
Virginia Washington Monument, Richmond
5 min walk • The Virginia Washington Monument, also known as the Washington Monument, is a 19th-century neoclassical statue of George Washington located on the public square in Richmond, Virginia.
1 miW
Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Altria Theater, Richmond
25 min walk • The Altria Theater in Richmond, Virginia, United States is a theater at the southwest corner of Monroe Park on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University, and is the largest venue of Richmond CenterStage's performing arts complex.
~950 ftS
Memorial
Virginia Women's Monument, Richmond
5 min walk • The Virginia Women's Monument is a state memorial in Richmond, Virginia commemorating the contributions of Virginia women to the history of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States of America.
~730 ftS
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Richmond
4 min walk • St. Paul's Episcopal Church is an historic Episcopal church in Richmond, Virginia, United States. Located directly across the street from the Virginia State Capitol, it has long been a popular house of worship for political figures, including General Robert E. Lee and Confederate President Jefferson Davis. Davis was a member.
~1070 ftSE
City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Old City Hall, Richmond
6 min walk • Old City Hall, known formerly as City Hall, is the former city hall of Richmond, Virginia that was designed by Elijah E. Myers. It served as City Hall from its completion in 1894 through the 1970s.
~540 ftE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
John Marshall House, Richmond
3 min walk • The John Marshall House is a historic house museum and National Historic Landmark at 818 East Marshall Street in Richmond, Virginia.
~1170 ftE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Valentine, Richmond
6 min walk • The Valentine is a museum in Richmond, Virginia dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting Richmond's history. Founded by Mann S. Valentine II 1898, it was the first museum in Richmond.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
Gallery5, Richmond
15 min walk • Gallery5 is an arts center, museum, gallery, venue, and community space in Richmond, VA. It is located at 200 West Marshall Street in Richmond, VA, in the historic Jackson Ward neighborhood.
~480 ftS
Church
St. Peter's Church, Richmond
3 min walk • St. Peter's Pro-Cathedral of Richmond, Virginia, United States, located at 800 E. Grace St. is the oldest Catholic Church in Richmond. From the erecting of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Richmond in 1850 until the completion of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in 1906, St. Peter's Church served as the cathedral and seat of the diocese.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The National open?

The National is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to The National?

Nearby attractions include Library of Virginia, Richmond (2 min walk), St. Peter's Church, Richmond (3 min walk), Richmond CenterStage, Richmond (3 min walk), John Marshall House, Richmond (3 min walk).

How to get to The National by public transport?

The nearest stations to The National:

Bus

A • Lines: 1A, 1C (4 min walk)
B • Lines: 1A, 1C (4 min walk)

Train

Richmond Main Street (16 min walk)