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St. John's Church

Where Patrick Henry gave his 'Give me liberty or give me death' speech in 1775, and where actors reenact it on summer Sundays.

Official Website
Open
Most days; check the website
Price
Small fee
Time Needed
45 minutes
Address
2401 E Broad St, Richmond, VA 23223Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
On Church Hill, east of downtown, by the Pulse bus.

Why Go

Built in 1741, it's the city's oldest church. Edgar Allan Poe's mother is buried in the churchyard, on Church Hill's high ground.

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