This has been a year of extraordinary challenges. We are grateful to you – each of you – for helping us to meet those challenges. How can we begin to thank you – our friends, family, volunteers and supporters? You have generously given so much – your energy, your enthusiasm, your time, and your support Continue Reading...
We are excited to be partnering with the Friends of the Pump House and the City of Richmond Department of Parks and Recreation to develop preservation solutions for the Byrd Park Pump House! Our work is intended to revitalize the Pump House as the centerpiece of the City’s James River Park System and reflects the Continue Reading...
Click here to check out the program to see all 29 nominations and winners! Historic Richmond and the Storefront for Community Design are pleased to announce that ten outstanding projects in the Richmond community have won 2020 Golden Hammer Awards. The ten winners were chosen from among 29 projects nominated in the categories of Best Continue Reading...
UPDATE! Fulton Gas Works Is An Irreplaceable Part of Richmond’s Historic Built Environment Fulton Gas Works operated for nearly 120 years, providing gas to illuminate and heat Richmond from a site near Rocketts Landing. Neglected for decades, many of its structures have been demolished. The city plans to demolish the few that remain, including an Continue Reading...
Join us on October 6 for Historic Richmond’s Day of Giving! We have a matching challenge of $5,000. This means that EVERY GIFT will be DOUBLED! This is a grassroots campaign, and we are asking YOU- our supporters, cheerleaders, partners, and friends to tell us what you love about Historic Richmond and answer “This is Continue Reading...
Watch now! Click here! Little is known of the early history of Brookbury Farm, an antebellum agricultural plantation and one of the oldest houses in the City of Richmond. Most recently the home of Judge James Sheffield, the first Black judge to be appointed to a Virginia court since Reconstruction, the property was clearly historically Continue Reading...
Historic Brookbury Farm is currently scheduled to be auctioned by Motleys on August 19, 2020. Historic Richmond hopes to see the property purchased by a preservation-minded buyer. Brookbury is one of those special, important and historic places that connects us across time to the lives of many People – men, women, children – Black and Continue Reading...
The application for nominations opens today for Historic Richmond + Storefront for Community Design’s 4th Annual Golden Hammer Awards. Nomination information for the 2020 Golden Hammer Awards can be found at https://historicrichmond.com/2020-golden-hammer-awards/. There will be an application fee of $50 for businesses and $5 for nonprofit and single family entries. Applications must be submitted before Continue Reading...
Historic Richmond supports removing the Confederate monuments from Monument Avenue. We are heartbroken by the pain suffered by the Black community and stand with them in their struggle to be heard, as well as in opposing longstanding injustices and systemic racism in our country. The debate regarding Confederate monuments has been polarizing in Richmond and Continue Reading...
We share in the shock, outrage, and grief of the American people and in particular, the Black community, resulting from the murders of George Floyd and so many others. These are not isolated incidents, but part of an historical pattern. Recent events have made a profound impact on us. At Historic Richmond we often say Continue Reading...
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Preservation of Post-War Modernism Watch now! Click here! From Brutalist municipal buildings in the city center to mid-century commercial structures on Broad Street, Modern architecture punctuates the historic fabric and has become part of the Richmond vernacular. In the aftermath of World War II, commercial development fully embraced Continue Reading...
Based on the rapidly evolving situation relating to the novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, we are writing to advise you that we have made the decision to postpone all events through August. Please continue to monitor our social media and your emails for future events. We will be updating our website, facebook, and instagram pages Continue Reading...
Tonight’s lecture, Modern Living in Historic Homes is SOLD OUT! If you have already purchased a ticket (or arranged in advance to pay at the door) your name will be on a list at check in. Please note, no physical tickets are needed. “Local Pick Up” option, ensures your name on the checContinue Reading...
Parking Information: The Beth Ahabah/St. James’s parking deck is on West Franklin Street on the left hand side at the end of the first block, across the street from the Temple buildings. For more directions, please click here. FREE EVENT! Quoit Club Membership Drive! Please RSVP to [email protected] Congregation Beth Ahabah 1121 W. Franklin Street Continue Reading...
Earlier this year we announced the details of our new partnership with project:HOMES and the City of Richmond to rehabilitate three historic homes for affordable housing in Southern Barton Heights. As the year comes to an end, we are excited to reflect back on the progress: In the first quarter of the year, we met Continue Reading...
Contact Membership Chair, Amelia Paulie at [email protected] with Questions about the Historic Richmond Junior Board! The Junior Board is a group of young leaders that supports the programs of Historic Richmond through its projects and prepares its members to be ambassadors for the organization through programs, educational events, and tours. The group is limited to 40 members, Continue Reading...
Join us on October 1 for Historic Richmond’s Day of Giving! We have a matching challenge of $5,000. This means that EVERY GIFT will be DOUBLED! This is a grassroots campaign, and we are asking YOU- our supporters, cheerleaders, partners, and friends to tell us what you love about Historic Richmond and answer “This is why Continue Reading...
Our phone lines are currently down. Please email [email protected] for general inquires. We will announce here, when they are back up! Please follow along on our Facebook Page for updates! Cyane Crump Executive Director [email protected] Sally Mooney Director of Finance [email protected] Ceil Baxter Office Manager [email protected] Katherine McDonald Director of Development, Marketing, and Education [email protected] Joanne Continue Reading...
Thursday, September 19, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Virginia Union University- Walking Tour (**1500 N Lombardy St, Richmond, VA 23220) Parking Information: We will be meeting in the Living and Learning building #31 on the map attached HERE. Parking is available on site in the parking lot. ** The Address 1500 N Lombardy street will direct you to Continue Reading...
Parking Information for 1717 Innovation Center Thursday, June 20, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 1717 Innovation Center **MEMBERS ONLY EVENT** 1717 E. Cary Street Parking: Free Street Parking available in the area (PLEASE READ ALL SIGNS) GRTC Pulse Station at Main Street Station Paid Parking ($5-$6/day) available at multiple lots within 3 blocks of 1717 Main Street Continue Reading...
YOUR ACTION NEEDED NOW! The National Register of Historic Places saves historic places. The National Park Service (NPS) recently proposed a number of troubling changes to the rules relating to the National Register nomination process and the Section 106 consultation process. These changes, by basing listing decisions on subjective factors rather than simply on the Continue Reading...
Neighborhood Revitalization We are excited – at long last – to share with you details of our new partnership with project:HOMES and the City of Richmond to rehabilitate three historic homes for affordable housing!!! Here at Historic Richmond, we spend a lot of time thinking about how to keep the People in the Places that Continue Reading...
Interested in joining the Historic Richmond Team? We are hiring a Preservationist, click the link for more details about this job! Preservationist JContinue Reading...
2018 A Year In Review! How can we begin to thank you – our friends, family, volunteers and supporters? You have generously given so much – your generosity, your enthusiasm, your time and your support – we are profoundly grateful for all of it! And above all – we thank you for caring as we Continue Reading...
Unique Richmond experiences, perfect for everyone on your list! 2019 Quoit Club Membership Buy a Membership Today! Add your friends and family to the guest list for some of the most exciting social engagements in Richmond! Mix and mingle with great people, enjoy fantastic food and drink and absorb fascinating expert commentary on Richmond history, Continue Reading...
UPDATE: Due to the impending weather, Monumental Church will be CLOSED for Court End Christmas on Sunday, Dec. 9. We apologize for the inconvenience! Please be safeContinue Reading...
What’s the issue? The City has initiated rezoning of Monroe Ward in an effort to facilitate the revitalization of Monroe Ward. We at Historic Richmond support the revitalization of Monroe Ward through a combination of infill on vacant lots and the preservation, restoration and adaptive reuse of Monroe Ward’s significant existing historic structures. BUT – Continue Reading...
Congratulations to the 2018 Golden Hammer Award Winners! For more information about the 2018 Golden Hammer Award Winners, CLICK HERE! To see all 2018 nominations, Click Here! Best Adaptive Reuse Richmond Ballet 1717 Innovation Center Best New Construction Jefferson Green Condominiums Best Placemaking Monroe Park Institute for Contemporary Art Best Continue Reading...
The East Stairwell of Monumental Church has a fresh coat of paint! This stunning color from Benjamin Moore is called Mochachino and was recently painted by H.J. Hotlz and Son. Click here to see the East StairweContinue Reading...
We’ve been keeping a close eye on the weather. In true Richmond fashion, they are predicting late afternoon summer showers typical for this time of year. We WILL continue with tonight’s Quoit Club RAIN or SHINE so please remember to bring your rain gear and walking shoes for tonight’s walking tour! However, please check the Historic Richmond Continue Reading...
We are excited to present the completed faux graining to the inner sanctuary doors at Monumental Church! In 2017 Black Creek Workshop completed a paint analysis and reveal of the original faux graining on the doors at Monumental Church dating from 1814. From that sample, (that can still be seen on the west portico doors) Continue Reading...
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Historic Garden Day Seminary Avenue Wednesday, April 25, 2018 10:00 am to 4:30 pm Co-hosted by The Council of Historic Richmond and The Garden Clubs of Richmond. Located in the Ginter Park Historic District, this turn-of-the-century residential neighborhood located in Richmond’s northside is characterized by wide boulevards running north and south, and large residential lots. Continue Reading...
Richmond has so many buildings and places that connect us to our past and define who we are as Americans, as Virginians, and as Richmonders. They reflect the soul of our city, display the substantial human investment of many builders and users, and connect us to our community as a unique and authentic place. Continue Reading...
[email protected] 801-815 West Cary Street We are saddened to see an entire historic streetscape threatened with demolition. Five historic structures to be demolished, historic character torn, and the character of an important gateway corridor to downtown to be irreparably altered. 801 W. Cary Street: 1890s semi-detached brick Victorian Italianate pharmacy 803 W. Cary Street: 1840s Continue Reading...
Bon Secours was granted an extension to review proposals for the historic school. Click here for the article from the Richmond Times Dispatch. Why BOTH buildings of the Westhampton School SHOULD be saved: As we have highlighted for you previously, the Westhampton School possesses an architectural, historic, and cultural significance that has engendered great affection Continue Reading...
Historic Richmond requests that the Mayor’s Monument Avenue Commission reschedule tonight’s meeting to a future date and location with the capacity to accommodate any members of the public that wish to attend. Historic Richmond works every day hand in hand with fellow non-profits, businesses, community stakeholders and other partners in the community to think creatively Continue Reading...
St. Luke Building 902 St. James Street Edwardian style architecture “The original part of this building was constructed in 1903 to house one of many fraternal and self-help organizations for blacks that arose around 1900. Under the leadership of Richmond’s charismatic African American banker, Maggie Walker, the Independent Order of St. Luke quickly outgrew its Continue Reading...
We couldn’t have done it without you – thank you to everyone who made this year so successful! There are only a few days left to support Historic Richmond in 2017. Check out our 2017 sizzle real and please take a moment to donate! click here for YouTube sizzle reContinue Reading...
Historic Richmond and storefront for community design are excited to announce the winners of the Golden Hammer Award. We had a record breaking 48 nominations this year! Over 150 people were attendance on November 2 to support those who were nominated. It was a wonderful night to celebrate the variety of nominations and how each Continue Reading...
The Federal Historic Tax Credit (HTC) program is an effective means of accomplishing the goals of historic preservation and economic development and it has had a real and meaningful impact on our community. Yesterday, our friends at The National Trust for Historic Preservation and Preservation Virginia shared with us that the HTC is threatened and Continue Reading...
The Golden Hammer Awards are on Thurs, Nov 2! Click our Map to see the locations, pictures and categories of the 50 nominations! The Golden Hammer Awards Thursday, November 2, 2017 Monumental Church 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tickets available heContinue Reading...
Tonight’s Quoit Club is at Tektonics! The directions are a little challenging, so please use this link to make sure you have the correct directions! Click Here for the link! Here are the directions: Tektonics is located at 702 E. 4th Street, next to Williams Bridge Company. Our location is not directly on E. 4th Continue Reading...
Old City Hall, 1887-1894 1001 E. Broad St High Victorian Gothic In complete contrast to Jefferson’s calm, classical Capitol, architect Elijah E. Meyers designed this paean to Victorian architecture. The interior is as highly decorated as the exterior and contains cast-iron stairs and arcades made by Richmonder Asa Snyder. Threatened by demolition in the 1970’s, Continue Reading...
**UPDATE** Thank you to all who called your legislator to voice your support for the Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Program as an effective means of accomplishing the goals of historic preservation and economic development in communities throughout the Commonwealth. Many thanks to Preservation Virginia for leading the advocacy efforts of preservationists across the state on Continue Reading...
Both buildings are frame structures currently located within blocks of each other in the Shockoe Valley. Both are overlooked sites that connect us to our past and define who we are as Americans, as Virginians and as Richmonders. And both are structures that Historic Richmond has devoted Continue Reading...
With support from the Better Housing Coalition, Historic Richmond is partnering with Storefront for Community Design to co-host the Golden Hammer Awards! Greta Harris, Better Housing Coalition’s President & CEO said, “We have been proud stewards of the Golden Hammer Awards for the past five years and, while all of the winners have made important contributions Continue Reading...
CLICK HERE TO OPEN THE SCOTT’S ADDITION PHOTOBOOK Historic Richmond is excited to announce the “Beyond the Boulevard” event on Thursday, October 6, 2016. The event is a party, art show and art auction designed to raise awareness of the potential needs, challenges and opportunities of revitalization and infill of residential and commercial buildings in Continue Reading...
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RICHMOND, VA June 23, 2016— If you love to explore Richmond’s historic neighborhoods, you’ve probably noticed vacant lots and new construction. What does it mean to build new within an existing urban neighborhood that has both historic significance and a distinct identity? Join in the conversation as you peruse design ideas specifically created for two Continue Reading...
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A look at Richmond’s evolving downtown architecture and how its varied nature repeatedly has referenced classical elements and ancient precedent in architectural compositions both complex and modern. Moderated by Calder Loth, senior architectural historian, Virginia Department of Historic Resources. The event was held on April 7, 2016, at the Branch Museum of Architecture and Design Continue Reading...
An educational panel discussion of Shockoe Valley with all its complexities, its architecture, the diverse population of races and classes that once called this area home, the role that Richmond played in the slave trade, the variety of commerce, and the impact of transportation. Panelists: Bryan Clark Green, Director of Preservation at Commonwealth Architects David Continue Reading...
Historic Richmond recognizes the needs and challenges of designing new construction on empty lots within the City of Richmond’s Old & Historic Districts. We are committed to maintaining the historic architectural integrity of Richmond while accommodating new buildings that will create our future legacy. In an effort to encourage thoughtful and creative design and dialogue, Continue Reading...
18 North Laurel Street Built in 1903-1906 in Renaissance Revival Style. This church was built to accommodate the Catholic population that had outgrown St. Peter’s Church on Grace Street. Financier Thomas F. Ryan donated the money for the building, which is made of Virginia granite and Indiana limestone. The interior is highly decorated in Continue Reading...
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Buildings We Love: 12 East Franklin Street Kent-Valentine House, 1845 Colonial Revival. The house is greatly altered from its original appearance by the addition of the classical portico which replaced the iron veranda. The house retains its carriage house in back and a large yard. Restored in the 1970’s, it is now the headquarters for Continue Reading...
On behalf of Historic Richmond’s Board of Trustees and Staff, we would like to extend a sincere thanks to those who supported us during the Amazing Raise. With your generous donations we received close to $8,000! Thank you for making the commitment to our mission. Without you, we would not be able to shape the Continue Reading...
The Board of Trustees of Historic Richmond announced today that it has appointed Cyane B. Crump as the new Executive Director. Ms. Crump has been serving in the role of Interim Executive Director of Historic Richmond since February 2015. She brings extensive experience in nonprofit governance with community boards, including The YMCA of Greater Richmond, Continue Reading...
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Between Belvidere, Laurel, W. Franklin, & W. Main Streets The park once served as the State Fairgrounds and housed a military hospital during the Civil War. After the war, the first organized baseball games in Richmond were played here. Today the park is a recreation destination for the neighborhood. The Fan District’s name derives from Continue Reading...
1008 E. Clay Street This Italianate mansion, featuring cast-iron hoods over windows, marble steps and an elaborate entrance porch, was built by tobacco merchant William H. Grant. It became Sheltering Arms Hospital in 1894 and is now used as offices by Medical College of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth UContinue Reading...
407 N. 27th Street This Federal style building is the oldest house remaining in Church Hill North. It is the largest existing frame house in the district and was the home of a wealthy and prominent merchant, Captain Charles Wills. The survival of many of the original beaded boards is remarkable. The wing now known Continue Reading...
216 W. Leigh Street This Neoclassical church was an offshoot of the First African Baptist Church at 301 College Street. This structure was built to replace an earlier frame church. The church helped found Hartshorn Memorial College which became part of Virginia Union University. Its spire has beeContinue Reading...
101-107 W. Broad Street Designed by Jackson Gott, this Romanesque Revival style building has upper floors which once contained meeting rooms and a ballroom. The ground floor was occupied by the Woodward & Lothrop department store. It has been converted into apartments and a conference center with businesses on the groContinue Reading...
1223 E. Marshall Street Built in 1845, this Egyptian Revival style building was designed by Thomas Stewart the for Medical Department of Hampden-Sydney College, which later became the Medical College of Virginia. It is considered one of the nation’s best examples of the Egyptian Revival style. The building has remained in continuous use since its completion Continue Reading...
We are thrilled to hear plans for the revitalization of 109 E. Grace Street. The stunning 1935 Art Deco building, which has been vacant for many years, will be transformed into an upscale market. Richmond is lucky to have such passionate community members who continue to care for our historic buildings! READ THE ARTContinue Reading...
Historic Richmond’s recent renovation of 617 St. Peter Street in Jackson Ward was featured on ABC 8 News – WRIC. WATCH Continue Reading...
Hancock-Wirt-Caskie House, 2 N. 5th Street. Built in 1808, this Federal style house is an adaptation of a B. Henry Latrobe design and is the last remaining building of its kind. The unique demi-octagonal bays, arcade gallery and detailed interior make this a sophisticated example of early 19th-century residential architecture in Richmond. Owned by the Continue Reading...
By KATIE DEMERIA, Richmond BizSense Photo by Brandy Brubaker and Katie Demeria Posted: Friday, November 25, 2014 Fantastic article on our recent project in Jackson Ward. The restoration of 617 St. Peter Street wouldn’t have been possible without our partner Clark Glavé of MacTyler Development Corp. and all of our friends and supporters. Historic Richmond partnered with Clark Continue Reading...
By CAROL HAZARD, Richmond Times-Dispatch Photo by Alexa Welch Edlund, Richmond Times-Dispatch Posted: Friday, November 14, 2014 10:30 pm In case you missed it, here is a great article on The Cookie Factory Lofts in the former Interbake Foods building. Wonderful example of how historic buildings can lend themselves to contemporary interior design. READ THContinue Reading...
