Richmond Homes
Richmond homes are the focal point of this
lovely little community. Even as the village
expands its commercial base, a home town atmosphere still lingers along the
charming streets. Many Richmond homes still have their original
architecture and color schemes, adding the nostalgic feel. Incorporated in 1872,
many Richmond homes are still medium priced
while maintaining the quality of life and tranquility prevalent in this
region.
Antiques near Richmond Homes
In the late 1960's and early 1970's new
entrepreneurs came to Richmond and began recycling the old buildings in the
downtown area for new uses. Richmond was one of the first communities to do a
revitalization program entirely with private funds. The downtown and
surrounding area is filled today with independently owned antique and
specialty shops. These beautifully restored buildings are the unique charm
that completes the integrity of the past within today's village.
History of Richmond Homes
Settled by pioneers over 150 years ago,
Richmond received it's name when Isaac Reed climbed to the top of the newly
erected mill (pictured right) in 1844. He won the climbing contest and with it
the right to name the settlement. Reed named it after his childhood hometown
of Richmond, Vermont.
Remnants of that era of horse-drawn carriages still remain in the form of
hitching rings embedded in the sidewalks on Main and Broadway streets. Other
reminders of that time past include many original buildings housing Richmond's
downtown shops, in addition to many restored Victorian homes (pictured below)
and several Sears Catalog homes located throughout the town. Fortunately, one
of the 100 year old wooden railroad bridges near downtown still stands.
That old mill was rebuilt and still stands at the corner of Mill and Main
streets. Today it houses the restaurant Doyle's Pub & Eatery. Mister Reed is
buried in the Richmond Cemetery located on the west side of town on Broadway
street. Richmond
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