Posted December 18, 2025

~ The opening reception will be held January 9, 2026 from 6 – 8 p.m. ~

Richmond, VA – Main Street Station announces the Second Annual “I Love Main Street Station” Art Gallery Exhibition, a vibrant celebration of local artists, creativity, and community connection. The exhibit will run January 9 – 30, 2026 with the opening reception from 6 – 8 p.m. on January 9. The gallery, located inside Main Street Station, 1500 East Main Street, is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with free admission.

Building on the success of its inaugural year, the exhibit deepens the artistic celebration by expanding to also include a special collaboration with Gallery5, incorporating select pieces from their River City Rails exhibition. Bringing miniature train cars and imaginative tributes to Richmond’s railways into the gallery, this collaboration broadens the narrative—highlighting not only the landmark itself, but the larger Richmond rail culture that has shaped the identity and connectivity of the city.

Through a dynamic collection of paintings, sculptures, mixed media works, and railway-inspired art objects, the exhibition explores how transit, architecture, and memory come together to define place. The show reflects an ongoing commitment to arts, accessibility, community pride and reinforcing Main Street Station as a hub for cultural expression and a symbol of Richmond’s evolving story.

The opening reception will give attendees the chance to meet and engage in interactive art experiences. Voting will also open to select the top three exhibition winners. 

For more on Main Street Station, go to www.mainstreetstationrichmond.com

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The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 225 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; parking enforcement; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages Main Street Station, the RVA Bike Share program. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond. The Department’s mission is to provide a clean, safe, and healthy environment.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1

Main Street Station (MSS) is owned and operated by the Department of Public Works. Built in 1901, the station is centrally located in the heart of the city and is a historic transportation hub offering a blend of modern amenities, historic charm and classic, stunning architectural design. It features a grand central atrium, intricate stonework, head house, train shed, outdoor space (and patio), and a distinctive clock tower creating a lasting impression of Richmond along the I-95 corridor. This historic venue offers a unique setting for both public and private events. It provides Virginia and the northeast corridor a unique world-class event space that includes 47,000 square feet enclosed in glass, providing breathtaking views of downtown Richmond. It’s a top venue for weddings and events, appearing on numerous “best of” listings. Main Street Station serves as a key point for both Amtrak and local commuter rail services. The station is a vital connection to the region’s transportation network which include partnerships with bus services, such as, GRTC Pulse Bus Rapid Transit, Greyhound and various Megabus services. It also offers bike paths connecting to the Virginia Capital Trail. Described as an “architectural gem” by the United States Postal Service, MSS was selected and featured on a postage stamp!