Venture Richmond
Representing
the merger of Richmond Renaissance, City Celebrations, River District
Alliance and Richmond Riverfront Corporation.
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River District Canal Cruises
June 13th-August 31st (full season runs through November 19th)
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Join River District Canal Cruises for an informative 40 minute
historically narrated tour of the James River & Kanawha Canal along
Richmond's Historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which
accommodates up to 38 passengers and departs on the hour from the
Turning Basin, between 14th and Dock Streets on Virginia Street.
Richmond's canals were first begun in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a
canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities west, all the way to
the Rocky Mountains.
Summer Hours of Operation: June 13th-August 31st (full season runs through November 19th)
Wednesday-Saturday Noon-7pm, Sunday Noon-5pm
Adults: $5.00, Children (5-12 years old): $4.00, Children 4 and under: Free, Seniors (65 years and over): $4.00
Private Charters Available: Canal boats may be chartered for $95 for a one-hour charter. This fee is discounted to $85
for educational and seniors groups.
For more information call 804-788-6466 or visit www.venturerichmond.com/experiences/canalcruises.html.
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06.20.2007
