Neighbors are monitoring the current rain and Hurricane Joaquin. At the same time, they are remembering past storms-
Hurricane Irene played havoc with some roofs-
I would really like to get some more photos of older storms, like Hurricane Camille..(click here for post).
Tropical Storm Gaston may have had some of the most dramatic damage-
But the story of the neighbor who tried to drive his car over the fallen tree during Hurricane Isabel always seems to jog memories-
Excerpt:
The ornate tomb of James Monroe in Richmond’s Hollywood Cemetery will undergo a yearlong restoration intended to preserve its iron canopy, known as the “Birdcage,” in the hopes of restoring its original color.
The tomb of America’s fifth president will be taken apart starting this week, according to the state Department of General Services, which announced the $900,000 repair project Tuesday morning. The canopy will be disassembled and removed, while the granite sarcophagus will remain in place.
The work, expected to be completed by next September, is being timed to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Monroe’s election as president in 1817.
From Hollywood Cemetery Events webpage:
Join us for a presentation by Dr. Ryan K. Smith, Associate Professor of History at Virginia Commonwealth University.
The speaker will discuss the rural cemetery movement and the founding of Hollywood Cemetery, including discussion about the designer John Notman. The presentation will take place on Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 7:00pm.
St. Catherine’s School
Kenan Flagler Auditorium
6001 Grove Ave.
Richmond, VA
For more information, please email Nancy Shepherd at nshepherd@hollywoodcemetery.org.
Photo taken in 1979 of Catfish on Laurel by Doris Shick DeNudt.
From description:
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 11-1 p.m., Belle Isle at James River
Join the James River Park System for a family friendly hike to one of Richmond’s historic gems, Belle Isle. Learn about the geologic and human history of the area and the role Richmond played in the development of our nation. Please bring water, a snack and good shoes. Register for this event by visiting the James River Park System calendar page (jamesriverpark.org/calendar), then click on the calendar event and follow registration instructions. Event is free to the public. Meet at Tredegar Parking Area. Contact: Tyler Twyford, (804) 687-0701
“Children of the Streets of Richmond, 1865-1920” is Dr. Harry M. Ward’s latest book. Come to his book talk and signing on Monday Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. at the Main Library.
“Newsies” from 1911, photo from Library of Congress
This is a recent acquisition for the Library of Virginia photograph collection.
This photo prominently shows the houses on the 700 blocks of Pine and Laurel that were shamefully demolished by Ethyl Corporation (now NewMarket) over strong neighborhood protests.
For “Throwback Thursday”, can anyone give more info on this postcard/photo? It was supposedly taken in Oregon Hill and this copy is from VCU’s Digital Collection.
Ana Anderson took these photos of the three antebellum houses being knocked down in 1990 on the south side of 900 block of Idlewood. You can still see in the background of the photos the houses on Linden Street (where the Grace Arents Community Garden and Byrd House Market are now) that were demolished circa 2000.
There is a Symbolism and Monument Styles Walking Tour of Hollywood Cemetery today from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Learn to interpret the spiritual, occupational, vegetal and fraternal signs and symbols found on headstones and ironworks. Discover the historical origins of monument styles including cradle stones, pyramids, pier stones, mausoleums and reliquaries. Meet at the entrance at Cherry and Albemarle streets.
$15 per person
$5 for Valentine Members
Walk-ups welcome.
Cash or check
On-street parking.
– See more at the Valentine’s event page.
Fun fact: The office at Hollywood Cemetery was first built as a gate house, designed to look like the ruins of a stone tower. It cost just over $2,000 to construct.