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306 West Leigh Street

 

Address/Title: 306 West Leigh Street

 

Photographer: Zehmer, John G. (John Granderson), 1942-

 

Original Description (from Book): This antebellum building is the only surviving example of an early commercial structure. Its steep roof and masonry first floor front testify to its age although the building has been extensively altered. The shingles should be removed and wood clapboard replaced, and the window sash also needs replacement.

 

City/Location: Richmond (Va.)

 

Date of photograph: ca. 1978

 

Map URL: maps.google.com/maps?q=37.550266,+-77.442238

 

Original Publication: Zehmer, John G., and Robert P. Winthrop. 1978. The Jackson Ward historic district. Richmond: Dept. of Planning and Community Development.

 

Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested.

 

Reference URL: scholarscompass.vcu.edu/jwh_photos/279

 

Collection: VCU Jackson Ward Historic District

 

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Uploaded on March 11, 2015
Taken circa 1978