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Help us make it rightMaymont was given to us by James and Sallie Dooley, who lived here from 1893 through 1925. They wanted Maymont to be preserved so that new generations could enjoy it as much as they did.
Maymont is a 100-acre American estate, an extraordinary gift given to us by James and Sallie Dooley who lived here from 1893 to 1925. Whether strolling in the gardens, touring the mansion or watching river otters play, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Attractions include the 33-room Maymont Mansion, Italian and Japanese gardens, Nature Center, Children's Farm, wildlife exhibits,...
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On this 100-acre Victorian estate, one can explore the lavish Maymont House museum, a carriage collection, and elaborate Italian and Japanese gardens. A true family attraction, Maymont's complex includes the Nature Visitor Center, native wildlife exhibits, and a children's farm. Kids love the pair of playful otters in the aquarium and the waterfall above the Japanese garden. A Bald Eagle...
In 1886, Maj. James Henry Dooley, another of Richmond's many self-made millionaires, purchased a 100-acre dairy farm and built this 33-room Romanesque Revival-style mansion surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. Maymont is elaborately furnished with pieces from many periods chosen by the Dooleys -- Oriental carpets, an Art Nouveau swan-shaped bed, marble and bronze sculpture, porcelains,...
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From the Dooley Mansion that was featured on A&E's ""America's Castles"" to the intricate Japanese and Italian gardens, this 100-acre park is an ideal date destination and a...
Upon arriving I went first to tour the mansion and I received a personal tour since no one else was there at the time. This home was built during the guilded age and it showed....everthing was so ornate and covered in gold or silver. The furniture was all beautifully carved. There is even a Tiffany stained glass window fully two...
A friend recommended us to stop by. Tons of people enjoying picnics. Mansion tour was enjoyable. Since we were stopping on our way home we only stayed an hour, they is so much more to do and see. Planning to come back.
We went on a Monday so the mansion was closed, however, we were there for the gardens. We were not very impressed. The stonework in the Italian garden, especially the staricase was quite beautiful, but there wasn't much interesting in that or the herb garden. The Japanese garden also had some interesting stone and bridges, but again the plantings were...
Attended the 90th Anniversary Celebration at Maymont on Sunday, April 17th, 2016! It was a fantastic experience! There were antique cars, horse and buggy parades, and people in period costumes. The guided tour of the mansion was very informative and you'll get to see furnishings that you'll not see elsewhere (the swan bed for example). I was fascinated by the...
Didn't see the mansion but the childrens farm was fun and Japanese gardens were beautiful what more can I say, it speaks for itself? Sufficient words now?
Built in 1893, this beautiful home on the James River is a classic example of Victorian architecture and landscaping. Maymont Mansion is filled with period furniture including a magnificent swan bed. Trees and plants from all over the world were cultivated here by the owners. The English, Japanese and Italian gardens are romantic spots for strolling and picnicking. A carriage collection,...
Maymont was the 100-acre Victorian country estate of Major James H. and Sallie May Dooley. The Dooleys completed their opulent mansion in 1893 and spent the next three decades creating the gardens, landscapes and outbuildings you see here today. Attractions for visitors added over the years include the Nature Center, Native Virginia Wildlife Exhibits, Children´s Farm and Carriage Collection.
100-acre American Estate in Richmond, VA
A picturesque 100 acre estate which features featuring an opulent 1893 mansion, a wonderful carriage collection, and elaborate Japanese and Italian gardens. A true family attraction, Maymont's complex includes a nature center, wildlife exhibits, and a children's farm.
Built in 1893, this home on the James River is a classic example of Victorian architecture and landscaping. The house is filled with period furniture including a magnificent swan bed. Trees and plants from all over the world were cultivated here by the owners. The English, Japanese and Italian gardens are romantic spots for strolling and picnicking. A carriage collection, children's farm and...
Like Maymont? Try Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Or Byrd Park.
Carriage rides should be booked in advance, so call ahead and the friendly staff will arrange a ride for you.
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