The Commonwealth Club, Private social clubhouse in downtown Richmond, United States.
The Commonwealth Club features red brick walls with brownstone trim and terra cotta decorations at 401 West Franklin Street in Richmond.
Founded in 1890, the Commonwealth Club building was designed by New York architects Carrère and Hastings, reflecting both Renaissance Revival and Mediterranean Revival styles.
The Richmond German Christmas Dance, recognized as Virginia's oldest debutante ball, continues as a traditional celebration at the Commonwealth Club.
The Commonwealth Club provides event spaces and dining services for members, with the building positioned on an elevated site above street level.
The clubhouse combines Colonial revival and Richardsonian Romanesque architectural elements, creating a distinctive structure in Richmond's architectural landscape.
Location: Richmond
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture, Mediterranean Revival architecture
Part of: Commonwealth Club Historic District
GPS coordinates: 37.54610,-77.44780
Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:37
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