Ginter Park Residents Association celebrates 100 years

Dang that is a long time! Established September 28, 1909, the Ginter Park Residents Association is a volunteer civic organization comprised of citizens living in Richmond’s historic Ginter Park Neighborhood, much of which was conceived in the late 1800’s by the wealthy industrialist, Major Lewis W. Ginter, and came in to being with the sale of […]

September 21, 2009; 11:43 AM • by North Richmond News

Dang that is a long time!

Established September 28, 1909, the Ginter Park Residents Association is a volunteer civic organization comprised of citizens living in Richmond’s historic Ginter Park Neighborhood, much of which was conceived in the late 1800’s by the wealthy industrialist, Major Lewis W. Ginter, and came in to being with the sale of the first home in 1898.

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Among the oldest residents associations in Richmond and the United States, the Ginter Park Residents Association is also one of the most progressive; ensuring the right to vote to both male and female members more than a decade before the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified in 1920, which ensured women the right to vote in the United States.

There’ll be a celebration on Thursday the 24th. Here are some details:

• When: Thursday the 24th, 7 – 8pm
• Where: St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church, 3602 Hawthorne Avenue Richmond
• Who: Councilmen Hilbert & Samuels
• Contact: Meg Lawrence, President, Ginter Park Residents Association: 804.266.2794, president@historicginterpark.org

Read the whole release after the jump.

“Neighborhood residents associations are great ways for families to come together, work together, and share time together in helping to make and keep our community clean, safe and beautiful,” says Councilman Samuels. “The Ginter Park Residents Association serves as an excellent example of the outstanding work being done by Richmond in helping to make our city an even better place to live, work, learn, play, visit, and raise a family.”

Established September 28, 1909, the Ginter Park Residents Association is a volunteer civic organization comprised of citizens living in Richmond’s historic Ginter Park Neighborhood, much of which was conceived in the late 1800’s by the wealthy industrialist, Major Lewis W. Ginter, and came in to being with the sale of the first home in 1898.

“Our neighborhood associations bring together thoughts, ideas and solutions that respond to the great many things that help to improve and increase the quality of life of all Richmond citizens,” says Councilman Hilbert. “The Ginter Park Residents Association is one of the great examples of how we, as citizens, show our love, care and commitment to our community.”

Located in parts of the North Central 2nd District and Northside 3rd District of Richmond, the Ginter Park Residents Association represents one of the nation’s first planned suburban neighborhoods, and is renowned for its cozy tree-lined streets, grand residences and architectural styles.

Among the oldest residents associations in Richmond and the United States, the Ginter Park Residents Association is also one of the most progressive; ensuring the right to vote to both male and female members more than a decade before the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified in 1920, which ensured women the right to vote in the United States.

The Ginter Park Residents Association is actively involved in historic preservation, neighborhood beautification and safety, and embracing the diversity of its estimated 2,500 residences.

Covering an area of only .54 square mile, the Ginter Park Residents Association is considered to be one of the most prosperous and influential neighborhood associations in Virginia, as its past and present residents include noted authors, artists, civic leaders and four state governors (Which includes: His Excellencies: John Garland Pollard, James H. Price, L. Douglas Wilder, and Tim Kaine).

On September 14, 2009, Richmond City Council honored the Ginter Park Residents Association during its Formal Meeting with an Award of Official Recognition. The award was sponsored by Councilman Chris Hilbert. Councilman Hilbert and his wife are 14-year residents of the Ginter Park neighborhood.

Citizens are invited to join in the celebration of the Ginter Park Residents Association 100th Year Anniversary Celebration, which will follow the Association’s General Meeting. The Celebration will honor the past, present and future of the organization.

September 21, 2009 11:43 AM 0