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.
Cozy but not too tight and with plenty of charm, the Camel is consistently voted one of the best spots to see live music in Richmond. It’s located right on the edge of the Fan/VCU corridor with a happy hour and nightly music lineup that attracts students, musicians, and music fans alike. Acts include both local and touring jazz, metal, hop hop, rock, or even bluegrass acts—Future Islands took the stage at the Camel months before they shot to national fame. It’s safe to say that on whatever night you’re wandering around the Fan, looking for something to do, you’ll find a whole evening planned out for you at the Camel.
