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  1. Richmond (/ ˈ r ɪ tʃ m ə n d / RICH-mənd) is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. Incorporated in 1742, Richmond has been an independent city since 1871. The city's population in the 2020 census was 226,610, up from 204,214 in 2010, making it Virginia's fourth-most populous city.

  2. Richmond (/ ˈ r ɪ tʃ m ə n d /) is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the United States. It is an independent city and not part of any county. The population within the city limits was 226,610 in 2020, with a population of 1,314,434 for the Richmond Metropolitan Area — making it the third largest in Virginia.

  3. Apr 8, 2024 · Richmond, independent city and capital of Virginia, U.S., situated in the east-central part of the state at the head of navigation of the James River. It is the centre of a metropolitan area that includes Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover counties, although it is administratively independent of.

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  4. Richmond becomes capital of Confederate States of America. Chimborazo Hospital opens. Libby Prison in operation. 1862 from March to July the Peninsula Campaign brings several Civil War battles near Richmond including the Seven Days Battles, Battle of Drewry's Bluff, Battle of Hanover Court House, and the Battle of Seven Pines.

  5. The government of Richmond, Virginia, headquartered at Richmond City Hall in Downtown Richmond, is organized under the Charter of Richmond, Virginia and provides for a "strong" mayor-council system. The mayor is elected to a four-year term and is responsible for the administration of city government.

  6. Apr 21, 2022 · Richmond, Virginia. Richmond serves as the capital of the US state of Virginia and is located in the Piedmont region in the state's east-central portion, on the fall line of the James River. The city covers 162.05 sq. km and is considered one of the oldest cities in the United States.

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