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Ancestral Capital

Ancestral Capital

Explore a vibrant area rich in history and culture, where music and art enhance tours, uncovering untold stories and fostering community connections.

OUR EXPERIENCES
We have curated tours and events for over 5 years in several sacred spaces. Along with other Richmonders, we have led cultural reclamation of neglected spaces, assisted in locating unmarked burial sites, and hosted seasonal volunteer events. Our specialty is using music and mixed media to build human connections across all ethnicities and ages.

ABOUT US
Ancestral Capital seeks to enhance any tour experience. We use music and art to expand traditional walking tours and storytelling. Our goal is to uncover previously unknown stories, create meaningful connections, and provide a more communal experience.

OUR IMPACT
There are hundreds of dedicated local volunteers, advocates, nonprofits, and businesses working to restore and honor Richmond's sacred spaces. Ancestral Capital wants every visitor and their families to retain a lasting and hopeful connection.

There is beauty, long overlooked, in this area. Ancestral Capital has a deep connection to the people of Richmond, with family ties to media, entrepreneurship, politics, and art dating back to 1863 and beyond. There are stories to be told and new ways to experience them.

We believe in the musical concept of "bluphori-A": a word that means "Find Joy inside the Pains of Life."

We adhere to three concepts in curation:

  • Knowledge

  • Feeling

  • Imagination

These separate ideas are powerful but can be troublesome without each other. We encourage conversation and action to combine all three. Tour group participants have varying degrees of each concept, and we at Ancestral Capital aim to build camaraderie within every group.

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: jm@ancestralcapital.com

What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
5-40

Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Yes

Do you have group rates?
Yes

Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
Yes

What languages do you offer your services in?
English primarily. Access to Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and ASL is available upon request for a fee.

When are you open?
Tours are available year-round (weather permitting).

What accommodations do you make for people living with disabilities?
Additional physical and mechanical assistance is available with prior notice. Fees may apply.