The View that Named Richmond

Hi readers!

Welcome to the third episode of Virginia Snapshots — where you join me on a walk through my little corner of the world.

These are intimate, relaxing tours of interesting places — and you know there are plenty of history fun facts. I do my research beforehand 😉

If you’ve ever had a curiosity to learn more about the Mother of All States, I hope you’ll join me for Virginia Snapshots.

This video content is personal to me — I’m leery about putting my face in public posts, one of the reasons I’ve tried a few “faceless” YouTube channels — so Virginia Snapshots are filmed exclusively for paid members.

I’d love it if you’d join me for an intimate journey through the place I call home.

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On today’s walk, I take you on a tour through Libby Hill Park — home of the famous View that Named the City.

Established in 1850, Libby Hill is one of Richmond’s oldest public parks. It was designed by city engineer Wilfred Cutshaw to provide a "breathing place" for citizens to breathe healthy air. The movement for public parks was a reaction to crowded, dirty urban conditions created by the Industrial Revolution.

You’ll also see the Lucky Strike smokestack on this walk¹ — once part of the Lucky Strike cigarette factory — a relic of Richmond’s industrial past.

Kind of odd that you can view it from a park meant to provide a breathing place for healthy air.

We’ll finish our walk at the famous View that Named Richmond, a beautiful spot overlooking the James River.²

I’m so excited to share my love of this beautiful, historic storybook place with all of you on Virginia Snapshots!

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And because I appreciate all of my subscribers — I filmed a short “Bonus Snapshot” for you!

This is one of my favorite houses in Church Hill, bar none.

I’ll record more of these “Mini Snapshots” for all subscribers. But if you’re enjoying these videos, I hope you’ll consider becoming a paid subscriber 😊

1. Free subscribers can see it in the preview.

2. Named for King James I. You see a lot of that here in Virginia. There’s also an Isle of Wight County!