Archive for “history”
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.
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.
Chamberlayne FROM THE PAST
Somehow, somewhen, I stumbled across this blog about Chamberlayne Avenue’s roll as a Route 1 tourist stop over. It’s pretty cool to see some of these old post cards and pictures. Check it out: http://chamberlayneave.blogspot.com/.
