Historic Richmond

Join Us for an Engaging Discussion on Planning in Richmond! Ever wonder how preservation fits within city planning? Why does the city look the way it does? How do we choose what to save?

We are thrilled to announce that Historic Richmond was one of 11 organizations to receive a Commonwealth History Fund Grant from the Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Support from the VMHC will fund the research, design, fabrication, and installation of interpretive signage inside and outside Monumental Church, including exterior wayfinding signage. Monumental Church is an important resource that speaks not only to major events and figures of American history but shares powerful stories of the everyday people that shaped Richmond and the early United States. This signage and interpretation project is part of Historic Richmond’s larger efforts to activate this historic landmark, bringing its history to life for modern-day audiences. ??Full press release here: https://lnkd.in/e9Ayv7Ga

Richmond is home to two architecturally, culturally and historically significant hospitals constructed roughly 10 years apart during a time of great change in the United States. Each has a unique story to tell, but both are architecturally distinguished by their rare use of Virginia red brick in the more international Art Deco style. One, with its unique pyramidal roofline, has been a defining feature of the downtown Richmond skyline for the better part of a century. The other has been hidden in plain sight in the streetcar suburb of Frederick Douglass Court. Both provided vital health care services for several generations of Richmonders, then one was adapted for office use, while the other sat vacant. Both now face uncertain futures. Historic Richmond’s vision for Richmond includes both fully restored serving as architectural anchors and catalysts for revitalization in their important neighborhoods. Learn more about West Hospital and Richmond Community Hospital in A Tale of Two Hospitals! https://lnkd.in/d-RGCEeS Left: The Broad Street entrance to West Hospital, Mathew Oswald Photography. Right: Blueprints for Richmond Community Hospital, Library of Virginia.

Historic Trades Day at the Adult Career Education Center at Highland Springs High School Tuesday November 19 11-2: The Home Depot Donation to Students Thank you to Dr. Emily Loving and the trades teachers at ACE Highland Springs in Henrico County Public Schools Schools for helping organize a senior student Historic Trades Day with live demonstrations (oyster shell plaster and more!). Thank you also to the generous volunteers giving their time to share information on career opportunities in the historic trades: Colonial Williamsburg Foundation carpenter Matt Sanbury and blacksmith Kenneth Schwartz Preservation Virginia Eric Litchford and staff (oyster plaster demonstration!) Colonial Plaster Restoration Gepetto Millworks Matt Wiley Historic Richmond Jennifer Joyce George’s Clock Shop George Cosier American College of the Building Arts Elizabeth Clyde Belmont College Derrick Smith Thank you too to Cornell Smith at The Home Depot for the donation of a $50 tool giveaway for students! We would also like to acknowledge partners Preservation Maryland The Campaign for Historic Trades, the Community Foundation for a greater Richmond (Scott Andrews-Weckerly and Leanne Petroziello) and the National Park Service for their efforts to support students interested in careers in the historic trades.

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Today, October 15, is Historic Richmond's annual Day of Giving! Historic Richmond is the only non-profit solely dedicated to protecting and enhancing Richmond’s irreplaceable historic built environment. We helped save the National Theatre, Old City Hall, Monumental Church, and Main Street Station and work every day to protect the at-risk places that matter to us as Richmonders. Today, donations are matched up to $10,000, doubling the impact of your gift. Support the historic places that make Richmond unique, beautiful, and authentic by making a donation at https://lnkd.in/giHxNNjj. Photo Credit: Mathew Oswald Photography

It’s that time again! No, we’re not talking about spooky season, it’s time to talk about the Cultural Heritage Stewardship Plan (CHSP)! As you may remember, the CHSP is Richmond’s attempt at providing a comprehensive process for identifying, evaluating, and protecting our many unique historic and culturally relevant sites and structures. We asked for your help reviewing the last draft back in June, and over the last few months the City and their consultants, Commonwealth Preservation Group (CPG) have been hard at work turning your comments and feedback into a new and improved document! This new draft is now live on the City website and available for public comment through October 27.?There will be a public, hybrid presentation on Monday, October 7, from 6-7:30 where you can learn more from the City and CPG. Remember, concrete, actionable results depend upon continued community attention and support-- read the draft, decide what you think, and make some comments. Show our politicians and civil servants that this is not a niche issue, but a fundamental part of what makes Richmond a unique and wonderful place to live. #RVA?#RVAHistory?#Preservation?#PreservationMatters?#CulturalHeritage

Do you like what we do? Do you want to get involved? This is your chance! ? The Junior Board is a group of young leaders who support 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 Junior Board is limited to 40 members, under the age of 40, residing in the Richmond area. Terms last two years and are renewable. ? Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/evDmCeuv! Know someone who would be a great fit? Please pass this opportunity along!

? Don't miss out! DEADLINE is Sept. 8!? Do YOU have a restoration, adaptive reuse, new construction or placemaking project completed this year? The DEADLINE to be in the running for a Golden Hammer Award is before 11:59 p.m. on September 8, 2024, submit now! Details: https://lnkd.in/e8bprQ7P #RVA #RVAevents #Richmond #RVAarchitecture #preservation #revitalization #PreservationMatters #rvarealtor #rvarealestate #rvanews #rvadesign #GoldenHammerAwards @StorefrontforCommunityDesign #GoldenHammerAwards2024

Buildings We Love: Bolling Haxall House 211 E Franklin St Style: Italianate Circa 1860? ? The Bolling Haxall House is an 1858 Italianate mansion built for Bolling Walker Haxall , son of a prosperous mill owner and partner of the Haxall Mills. The house was modeled after a home in Brooklyn Heights, New York. It features Richmond-made cast-iron fencing and cast-iron window arches and balconies, double bracketed cornice, and a cupola.? ? In 1869, Haxall sold the house to Dr. Francis T. Willis, a retired physician. Willis added the elliptical staircase and frescoed walls. In 1900, the Woman’s Club purchased the home from Dr. Willis’ grandson. The ballroom addition was designed by Carneal and Johnson and completed in 1916 and reflects the classical motifs of the later Beaux Arts style. ? Historic Richmond has long worked in cooperation with the Woman’s Club. In the 1980s, our past executive director Jack Zhemer helped write the National Register nomination, and we helped fundraise and provide technical support for the restoration. Most recently, as the Woman’s Club prepares to undertake many upgrades to the building and ballroom, we have been part of a Taskforce relating to a Historic Structures Report for the interior of the house.? ?? This structure is on the National Register of Historic Places and is also a Virginia Historic Landmark. #RVAhistory #RVAarchitecture #preservation #PreservationMatters?