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The Friends of
Forest Hill Park Welcomes You
Ours Is One of
the
City's Oldest and Most Diverse Urban Parks
Old Stone House
For over a
century, Forest Hill Park has been an attraction for family picnics,
winter sledding, bird-watchng, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
There are gently rolling lawns in the upper area that stand in contrast
to steep forest ravines in the lower area, with a stream-fed lake below.
The Stone House, built circa 1843 with granite from an on-site quarry,
was once the residence for an old country estate. The
well-preserved structure now features a gallery of historic maps and
photographs, an unusual 3-story circular staircase, and many other
original features.
The main hall is now reserved for community meetings and is the
headquarters for Friends of Forest Hill Park.
As an official historic property, Forest Hill Park is listed on both
the
Virginia and the National Registers of Historic Sites.
You're Welcome Here!
Mission Statement:
Friends of Forest Hill Park
MISSION
To preserve, protect, and promote
responsible care and use of Forest Hill Park, in cooperation with the
staff and leadership of the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation
and Community Facilities, and to foster wider knowledge, respect, and
understanding of one of Richmond’s oldest and most precious public
green-spaces.
Preserve the Park’s historic buildings, pathways, and roads
Restore and
improve the historic plantings (trees, shrubs, flower gardens)
Establish a
playground for young visitors
Prevent damage to the Park’s resources caused by inappropriate uses and
uncontrolled development or drainage from sources
outside the Park
Ensure the health and safety of all visitors
Promote responsible use of the Park through public education about the
Park’s historic legacy and its value as a civic treasure
Promote education about the Park’s natural resources
A PARTNER OF THE RICHMOND RECREATION & PARKS FOUNDATION
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