The Phi Beta Kappa Society
RICHMOND ASSOCIATION

Upcoming Events

 

Ghost Tour and Sweet Treats with ΦΒΚ - Richmond Key Connections​

The PBK Richmond Association invites our new and old members and old for a fun ghost tour in Colonial Williamsburg (official tour by CW Foundation) on October 18th, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. During this spooky fall season, don’t we all want to learn more about our nation’s founding families and their stories? Do you want to know about the red Randalph House, the pirates and more? Join us to a captivating evening and learn more about Colonial Williamsburg! After the ghost tour, we will gather at Kilwin’s to socialize with fellow Phi Betes and enjoy ice cream!

 

Note: Ghost tour tickets are included in your registration, however you would be responsible for sweet treats at Kilwin’s (~$8 per person).

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Guests are welcome! Registration closes on October 10th.

This is a great opportunity to meet a range of Phi Beta Kappa members, including our new initiates and our long-time members, for thoughtful conversation and community connection. Please register through Eventbrite here

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Arts and Crafts Night

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On Tuesday November 11th from 6-8pm please plan to attend the Arts and Crafts Night with the Richmond Maker's Market

Let’s create Together - Free to Attend

 

Legend Brewing Company 

• 321 West Seventh Street

• Richmond, VA 23224

• (804) 813-9965

 

Looking for a collaborative space to start, finish, or simply work on your projects alongside fellow creatives? Or maybe you're seeking inspiration and enjoy watching art being made in real-time? Whatever gets your creativity flowing, join us for an arts and crafts night that brings together makers of all levels. Grab a drink, mingle with fellow crafters, and let your imagination run wild. Supplies will be provided, so all you need to bring is your creative spirit. See you there!

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250th Anniversary 

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​On December 5, 2025, we will kick off PBK’s 250th anniversary event in Williamsburg. In lieu of hosting our annual dinner in Wren (under heavy renovation), please join us and the national organization at Glenn Close Theater at Phi Beta Kappa Hall on William & Mary’s campus for a keynote event at 4pm. Afterwards, we will go to Muscarelle Museum for a reception from 5:30-7pm. Afterwards, please enjoy the Grand Illumination fireworks show in Colonial Williamsburg. We will provide you with more details as we work with the national organization on this event. 

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The national website. pbk.org, also provides many resources, including an events calendar. Since you are invited to all PBK events, and many are virtual, there are a number of interesting offerings you may enjoy.

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Past Events

 

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

On September 6, 2025 we  explored great art pieces and a limited-time Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts . 

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2025 Annual Meeting and Scholarship Presentations

 

Members of the Richmond Association of Phi Beta Kappa gathered at St. Catherine's School on June 1, 2025 for the annual meeting of the association.  Chapter officers reported on the numerous activities of the association over the last year and received report of the association's finances.  

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Several scholarships were presented to deserving high school seniors.  Please see the Programs page for more information on these scholars.  

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2025 Induction Ceremonies - See photos from these events on the  Gallery Page

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Members  represented the Association at induction ceremonies at William & Mary,
George Mason, Hampton-Sydney College, James Madison University, Randolph-
Macon College, Roanoke College, University of Richmond, University of Virginia
and Virginia Tech.

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Virginia Scholars Series was held on Sunday, May 18th at the Richmond SPCA on canine communication.​

Presented by: Sarah Babcock, CTC, CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA, CDBC, Chief of Education and Training and member of the Richmond Association of Phi Beta Kappa.​

Sarah joined the staff of the Richmond SPCA in 2001, soon after graduating valedictorian and with honors from Jean Donaldson’s Academy for Dog Trainers at the San Francisco SPCA. Her earlier career at IBM followed her graduation from Sweet Briar College with a bachelor’s degree in math and economics.  Sarah’s career change was inspired by Crosby, a dog she found, adopted and began training, which led her to pursue additional education in animal behavior at the University of Richmond where she completed three years of graduate work in psychology and neuroscience.

The dogs who share Sarah’s home have competed in canine agility, trained in tricks, done commercial work for local and national brands, appeared on the cover of Bark magazine, and visited local retirement communities as part of the Richmond SPCA’s Paws for Health® Program. Her Henrico County farm is also home to cats, chickens and miniature horses, all of whom have benefited from some degree of clicker training.

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Lewis Ginter Garden 

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On April 12, association members met for a walk in the Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens in Henrico.  Spring Has Sprung! Come for a walk in the garden with PBK members and get an inside view of one or Richmond's treasures, Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens.

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Trivia Night

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On Thursday, March 20th members met for Trivia at Bingo Beer.  The team placed Second this time.  This is the second event where we have placed second and look forward to winning it all next time.  This even is always fun and a great multi-generational activity.

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On January 18, 2025 members of the Richmond Association gathered at Indian Fields Tavern ​for our first social event of the year.

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