Hippodrome Theater, Richmond

#78 among attractions in Richmond

Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue

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Facts and practical information

The Hippodrome Theater is located in Richmond, Virginia. It is situated in the historical African-American neighborhood of Jackson Ward, which was referred to as "The Harlem of the South" during the 1920s. The Hippodrome Theater was originally opened as a vaudeville and movie theater and was a stop on the "Chitlin' Circuit" of places considered safe and acceptable for African American entertainers in the era of racial segregation in the United States. Today, The Hippodrome Theater has been restored to a fully functioning performance venue in hopes of reclaiming its prominent role in African-American cultural history. ()

Coordinates: 37°32'50"N, 77°26'17"W

Address

528 N 2nd StDowntown Richmond (Jackson Ward)Richmond 23219-1322 United States

Contact

(804) 266-2021

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Hippodrome Theater – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Richmond Coliseum, The National, John Marshall House, Gallery5.

~1430 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Richmond Coliseum, Richmond
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0.4 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
The National, Richmond
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0.4 miSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
John Marshall House, Richmond
11 min walk • The John Marshall House is a historic house museum and National Historic Landmark at 818 East Marshall Street in Richmond, Virginia.
~1420 ftW
Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
Gallery5, Richmond
7 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.
~250 ftNE
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Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site, Richmond
2 min walk • The Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site is a United States National Historic Landmark and a National Historic Site located at 110½ E. Leigh Street on "Quality Row" in the Jackson Ward neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia. The site was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1975.
0.4 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Richmond CenterStage, Richmond
11 min walk • Richmond CenterStage is a performing arts center in Richmond, Virginia that includes the...
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VCU School of the Arts, Richmond
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~1390 ftNW
37°32'60"N • 77°26'29"W
Black History Museum & Cultural Center, Richmond
7 min walk • Museum
~1170 ftN
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Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church, Richmond
6 min walk • Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church is a historic African-American Baptist church located in Richmond, Virginia. The church was founded in 1867. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.
~1480 ftW
37°32'48"N • 77°26'35"W
Virginia Repertory Theatre, Richmond
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37°32'49"N • 77°26'38"W
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Hippodrome Theater open?

Hippodrome Theater is open:

Monday 9 am - 11 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 11 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 11 pm
Thursday 9 am - 11 pm
Friday 9 am - 11 pm
Saturday 9 am - 11 pm
Sunday 9 am - 11 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Hippodrome Theater?

Nearby attractions include Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site, Richmond (2 min walk), Fraternal Order of Eagles Building, Richmond (2 min walk), Jackson Ward, Richmond (2 min walk), Third Street Bethel A.M.E. Church, Richmond (3 min walk).

How to get to Hippodrome Theater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hippodrome Theater:

Bus

J • Lines: 14, 3C (12 min walk)
H • Lines: 12 (12 min walk)

Train

Richmond Main Street (26 min walk)