‘We The People: The World in Our Commonwealth’ exhibit coming to VMHC

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- A new exhibit, "We the People: The World in Our Commonwealth," will be on display at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture (VMHC) beginning on Sunday.

The exhibit, which will be on display at the VMHC from Sunday, March 21, through Monday, Sept. 7, presents stories of people born in 68 countries who sought freedom, opportunity and refuge by immigrating to the U.S.

The museum said the exhibit includes immersive environments, historical objects, images and multimedia stations that showcase immigrant experiences of leaving home, settling in an unfamiliar place and becoming Virginians.

"Pairing historic accounts with contemporary stories, the exhibition highlights the profound way immigrants have both shaped and been shaped by Virginia and this nation," the museum described on its website.

The exhibition reportedly comes after five years of collaboration, which entailed interviews and story-gathering with many people featured in the exhibition and their descendants, as well as multiple advisory councils and subject matter experts.

The museum added that complimentary audio devices are available to provide translation of the exhibition's content in multiple languages. Those seeking an audio device should visit a staff member at a Guest Services Desk for more information. The devices' availability is limited.

In addition, the museum said printed exhibition content is designed to be usable by translation apps available on mobile devices.

VMHC is located at 428 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard in Richmond. Four hours and admission information, visit the museum's website.