09/11/2026
Heads-up: Archaeological fieldwork will occur in Bryan Park the week of Monday, September 14th (weather permitting)
As part of the Bryan Park Dam Removals and Stream Restoration project in partnership with Richmond VA Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, a team of cultural resource specialists have been conducting studies in and around Bryan Park to better understand and document the area's rich history this summer.
Beginning the week of Monday, September 14th, archaeological historians will conduct field studies in Bryan Park, weather permitting. Field crews may be seen walking, taking photographs, mapping historic features, and carefully examining the landscape within and surrounding the Bryan Park Dam Removals and Stream Restoration project area. These archaeological historians may also dig test holes in select locations to identify archaeological resources that could be present underground. Any disturbed areas will be restored. Overall, these site walks and field studies are not expected to impact normal park activities within Bryan Park.
Gathering field information about Bryan Park’s history will help the project team ensure that important cultural and historic resources are considered and protected as the Bryan Park Dam Removals and Stream Restoration project moves forward. The findings from these field studies will also support the creation of interpretive signs that will share the history of Bryan Park with visitors.
To learn more about the Bryan Park Dam Removals Project, visit
Bryan Park Dam Removals and Stream Restoration The City of Richmond is responsible for bringing two City-owned 1910s-era dams located in Bryan Park into compliance with the Code of Virginia and Virginia Impounding Structures Regulations. There are currently two dams along Upham Brook in Bryan Park,....
