12 Responses to “photos of old houses”

1. posted by Lu Motley at July 9, 2007 3:02 pm :
   

   Quaint and wonderful as only Church Hill is.

   L. Motley

2. posted by Chris at July 9, 2007 3:39 pm :
   

   So close, but no love for Princess Anne…

3. posted by ann at July 10, 2007 6:47 am :
   

   Quaint and wonderful as only Union Hill is.

4. posted by Lu Motley at July 10, 2007 11:20 am :
   

   Sorry Anne,

   I like to think of us as one community, I guess we are growing into a different community. I know the real “Church Hill” is several blocks which surround St. John’s, but when I lived over there no one thought north and south.

   Lu Motley

5. posted by ann at July 10, 2007 4:22 pm :
   

   Lu, no problem…it’s just growing pains.

6. posted by Taber at July 11, 2007 8:10 pm :
   

   Plenty of love for Princess Anne, Church Hill, Union Hill, 23223 and all other ZIP codes in fabulous River City for that matter! Just not photos of all of them, yet, as I can only wander so much in July before I want an ice cream cone and a nice big glass of water :)

7. posted by Bill Conkle at July 12, 2007 4:48 pm :
   

   Not to be too critical of the photographer,the house you say was hideous belongs to a wonderful woman who into her 90’s does her best to keep her lawn mowed and the house in good repair. While it may not meet your standards, she is certainly preserving a building in an area where so many were lost. I just wouldnt want her to get word that people consider what she takes great pride in, to be an eyesore. While she may not be keeping up with recent historic or not so historic restoration efforts, she hung in there while much of the neighborhood was crumbling. Next door to her is a good example of a beautiful house that was abandoned, neglected and demolished and now is a vacant lot. I like and appreciate the photos of Union Hill, but would like to see a more sensitive approach to critiquing the homes of long time residents that are doing their best. The house is actually in fairly good condition and could be restored to its original historic glory because this person cared to keep it maintained over the years.

   Thanks for taking time to photograph so many architectural treasures in Union Hill. I hope my comments are taken in the spirit they are offered. Peace.

8. posted by john_m at July 12, 2007 4:52 pm :
   

   Intent does not change the aesthetic of ghetto brick and cinderblock.

9. posted by Bill Conkle at July 12, 2007 5:17 pm :
   

   I just wanted to put the picture and caption in an historical and human perspective. A picture alone allows us to take in the aesthetic. The caption gives the photographer’s take on the subject at the moment the picture is taken. The blogger that lives near the subject of the picture can add a human side to the story, that may add to the conversation and a better understanding of the subject matter, or at least my own personal take on the subject.

10. posted by Boz at July 12, 2007 11:00 pm :
    

    Great photos! I always see the architectural tours of Monument Avenue, but I think it would be great if the Center for Architecture (or whatever it’s called) would offer tours of historic homes/designs in Church Hill, Union Hill, Jackson Ward, etc. Are there any such tours?

11. posted by Celeste at July 13, 2007 9:40 am :
    

    Boz, funny you should ask, I thought I heard an announcement on WCVE radio recently about a forthcoming architectural tour of Church Hill. I just called the Virginia Center for Architecture (turns out that’s the name) and got the following info - the tour is on July 22 (Sunday), from 2:00 to 3:30; fee is $10 for adults, $5 for kids, seniors and students; and the tour is of residential architectural projects in the area with the architect who completed the renovation/restoration, Jim Pociluyko. I couldn’t get much more info other than that interested parties should call the Center at 644-3041, punch in extension 100 which will take you to the receptionist, and sign up. Apparently currently they don’t have a large crowd signed up, so I’m wondering if my posting this will bring some interest in this tour - and perhaps in other, more comprehensive tours of the different neighborhoods that make up Church Hill.

12. posted by john_m at July 13, 2007 10:23 am :
    

    There is also a walking tour sponsored by the Richmond History Center on Sept.15:

    Walking Tour - (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM)

    Meet your guide at Patrick Henry Park, across from St. John’s Church, E. Broad and 25th Streets

    Explore the neighborhood described as “the best example of 19th century cityscape still standing in the U.S.” Join your guide for a walk through this historic district and examine the architectural treasures that are such an important part of Church Hill. This area, while rich in history, is also a neighborhood “in progress.” As you tour the area, you will see the work that is underway to revitalize this historic district.

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