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Church Hill Explained 1737: America’s 3rd Oldest Capital

📍 Church Hill & Shockoe Bottom – District Project | Hosted by Lil Racelis Join Lil Racelis as we explore two of Richmond’s most historic and dynamic neighborhoods: Church Hill and Shockoe Bottom. In this episode of District Project, we uncover the rich stories, top attractions, and must-see spots these districts have to offer: Meet Your Host: Lil Racelis Licensed Real Estate Agent, Keller Williams 📞 804.677.6282 ✉️ [email protected] 🌐 https://www.lilracelisrva.com Produced By: Brendan Stephens District Media [email protected] http://www.districtmedia.co 🌿 Church Hill One of Richmond’s oldest settlements, roots dating back to the 1700s. Named for the iconic St. John’s Episcopal Church, where Patrick Henry famously declared, “Give me liberty, or give me death!” in 1775 . Wander preserved streets lined with Greek Revival and Federal-style homes, catch sweeping views from Libby Hill Park, and enjoy an evolving culinary scene praised by Zagat as one of America’s hottest food neighborhoods . Immerse yourself in Revolutionary era history, Civil War heritage, and contemporary small‑business charm from cafes to boutiques . 🌊 Shockoe Bottom Nestled along the James River, this cobblestone‑lined riverside district is one of Richmond’s foundational neighborhoods, with origins in William Byrd II’s 1737 city plan. . A historic hub of trade, tobacco, railways—and tragically, the second‑largest domestic slave market in the U.S. Shockoe housed at least 70 slave‑trading businesses, including Lumpkin’s Jail, known ominously as "Devil’s Half Acre" . Today, the neighborhood honors its powerful legacy: stroll the Richmond Slave Trail, visit the Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground, and watch ongoing efforts like the City’s $265M Shockoe Project to preserve and interpret these important sites. . Explore lively canalside dining, the Edgar Allan Poe Museum, Main Street Station, farmers markets, art galleries, bars, and waterfront parks along the Virginia Capital Trail. Activities: Canal Walk Dock Park Libby Hill Capital Trail Boating Volleyball Chimborazo park Taylor Hill Park Food: PROPER PIE - NEW ZEALAND STYLE CHANGES DAILY THE ROOSEVELT - SOUTHERN COOKING RICHMOND STYLE BOTTOMS UP - PIZZA Stone Brewing - Beer Iron Clad Coffee - Coffee BOOK BINDERS - Seafood Millie’s Diner - Diner Food Changing menu (see them cooking) HAVANA 59 - Patrick Henry Pub - Union Market - Sandwhich liberty public house - Historic The Hill Cafe - Poe’s Pub - 🎥 What You’ll See in This Episode Breathtaking panoramic views from Church Hill’s overlooks, Historic background, architectural gems, and hidden spots. A walk-through of Shockoe Bottom’s canalfront, market, and capital trail/Lower line trail Visit museums: Poe Museum, Slave Trail markers, Burial Ground, and Holocaust museums. A look at how Richmond blends its somber past with vibrant present-day dining, art, and community life If you're fascinated by how history shapes neighborhoods—and how vibrant communities evolve—this district in Virginia's Capital is for you. Subscribe for more episodes of District Project featuring incredible host around the world like Lil Racelis.