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In celebration of National Public Works Week, the Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is hosting its first ‘DPW Touch-A-Truck’ Event on Tuesday, May 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Main Street Station. 

This exciting, free event is designed as a fun way to teach elementary school-aged children about the essential services provided by public works professionals. The event will provide students with a “behind-the-scenes” opportunity to meet the staff who operate the vehicles and watch live demonstrations of the equipment in action.  

Registration is required. Please go to https://arcg.is/0u14Wn1 to complete the registration by May 4.

Bus Parking

Note: Bus parking and the drop-off entrance are accessible from 1500 East Franklin Street.

Vehicles & Equipment:

• Knuckle Boom Truck
• Backhoe
• Trash Truck
• Bucket Truck  
• Bike Lane Sweeper
• Remote Lawn Mower

Recap:

•  DPW Touch-A-Truck Event
  • Children can explore real public works vehicles and equipment and meet the heroes behind the wheel
• Tuesday, May 19, 2026
• 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Main Street Station (behind the building)

• Bus Parking and Drop-off: 

  • 1500 East Franklin Street