GWAR, Bruce Springsteen, Aimee Mann, and Tom Robbins spent formative years exploring the residential streets, cobblestoned alleys, hidden parks, and river views that make up the swath of land west of the Capital City's downtown presence. As Virginia Commonwealth University has grown, it's become more and more a part of the surrounding Fan District. The two have housed cultural, gastronomical, and creative forces for years, and their mix of genteel style and gritty energy set the resulting neighborhood apart. Nearby, Hollywood Cemetery brings historic star-power to the area by serving as the resting place of US Presidents James Monroe and John Tyler, in addition to offering killer views of Downtown and the James River.
Beautiful co-working done in a beautiful space.
The strip of Addison boutiques, along with Lamplighter’s social beehive across the street, have turned this oft-overlooked block into one constantly teeming with activity. The shop itself offers vintage goods for men and women and new lifestyle accessories like candles, jewelry, and home goods. Think prairie dresses alongside Doc Martens, greeting cards next to macrame, and delicate necklaces next to sturdy woven blankets.
