T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge

The T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge is a pedestrian footbridge that connects Brown’s Island to the Manchester area of Richmond. It is named after an architect that worked here in Richmond. It was built on top of an old concrete damn and has several informational placards detailing the history of the area. You can getContinue reading “T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge”

RVA Pipeline Walkway

If you are interested in exploring an unusual part of Richmond, I suggest the Pipeline Walkway. This catwalk runs on top of a drainage pipe and under a railway. The parking lot for the walkway is just off to the side of the Canal Walk Murals. To get to the pipeline you have to goContinue reading “RVA Pipeline Walkway”

James River Canal Walk

Downtown Richmond has a canal system that branches off from the James River. There is a nice walkway that is one and a quarter miles long with several restaurants along the way. One spot on the walk has several murals and there is no charge to visit. If you want, you have the option toContinue reading “James River Canal Walk”