Monroe Ward in Richmond, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Patrick H. Starke Residence
9 East Franklin Street
— 0-100 Block East Franklin Street Historic District —
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1880.
Location. 37° 32.612′ N, 77° 26.59′ W. Marker is in Richmond, Virginia. It is in the Monroe Ward. Marker is on East Franklin Street east of North Foushee Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 9 East Franklin Street, Richmond VA 23219, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Mathew F. Pleasant Residence (a few steps from this marker); Mary Wingfield Scott (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Virginia Randolph Ellett School (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); World Series (about 600 feet away); Woman's Club (about 700 feet away); The Robertson Hospital (approx. 0.2 miles away); The AS Smith House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Samuel Preston Moore (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Richmond.
Also see . . . National Register Nomination Form.
This form was prepared in 1979 by the Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission Staff includes descriptions for each building in the district. This particular house is mentioned a couple times in the form. The first is on page 7:
9: (Patrick H. Starke residence): stucco over brick; 3 stories; low-pitch roof; 3 bays. Italianate town house. Ca. 1880. Entrance in west bay. A l l windows segmentally arched with hood molds. Stucco quoins. Elaborate cornice with dentils, brackets, and modillions. Building "Colonialized" as evidenced by small multi-light windows and paneled double entrance door. House fronted by low hedge and terraced steps. Similar to 16 E. Main Street. Originally part of the Plummer lot to the east.
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The house is also mentioned on page 12:
Italianate and Italianate-inspired townhouses spot the district. Similarities in the facade fenestration and enriched cornices suggest the town houses at 9 E. Franklin and 16 E. Main streets were designed by the same architect. Like the Greek Revival town house at 13 E. Franklin Street, 9 E. Franklin Street has also been "Colonialized" recently as noted in both the window and door treatment. The tall Italianate town house at 2 E. Main Street displays one of the finest cast-iron porches in the district . Its anthemion cresting is especially distinctive.(Submitted on November 11, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on November 11, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 11, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 50 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 11, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
