Welcome to the Richmond Region
Here, you will not only find what you love, but you’ll love what you find.
The Richmond, Virginia region wraps around the robust James River which originally transported Colonial settlers wanting to create new, more fulfilling lives for themselves and their families. They wanted their lives to be lucrative in an area that they could comfortably call home. They developed exactly that (and more) as they turned Richmond into a booming economic engine with a wide array of culture, business and lifestyle choices.
Fast-forward more than 400 years to today, and you will find that Richmond continues to attract modern-day ‘settlers’ from around the world who find better lives for themselves right here. With expansive diversities in economic industries, education programs, neighborhoods and recreational activities, our city doesn’t ask you to fit its mold. Instead, its breadth of choices creates a custom-fit to the needs and desires of each resident. Whether you’re artsy and sophisticated, rugged and outdoorsy, or urban and athletic, Richmond offers every opportunity for you to build the life you’ve imagined.