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Brookland Park Boulevard, 1964

From VCU Libraries.

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1983 Azalea Mall ad

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History: the demolition of John Marshall High School

209 & 211 West Brookland Park declared a hazard

The City has issued a Notice of Adverse Effect for the demolition of 209 & 211 West Brookland Park. You can download the entire notice here (PDF). If you have questions or objections you can contact Thomas.Potterfield@richmondgov.com (804.646.6364). no later than August 2nd.

Rediscovering Ginter Park

WCVE has another Northside related Rediscovering Richmond piece, this time on Ginter Park, aka the Queen of the Suburbs.

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How old is 1628 Matthews?

Great look at the history of Barton Heights

WCVE has a great look at the establishment and history of Barton Heights as part of their Rediscovering Richmond series. It’s a ~5minute audio clip and worth listening to to start your day.

Ginter Park Woman’s Club celebrates 100 years

Heritage weekend at historic Bloemendaal

I’ve got three words for you: “High-wheeled. Bicycle. Demonstrations!” Head on over to Lewis Ginter for some olde timey events including: a barbership quartet, music by the “Titanic String Band,” horse-drawn wagon rides, reenactors, and a bunch of other period stuff. More info on Lewis Ginter’s website.

Community Conversation at Pine Camp

Tonight (March 15th) at 6pm the Richmond History Center will be leading a dialogue about “the region’s past and how that can positively shape our future.” The event is free, RSVP to Lesley Bruno — agenda after the jump.

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