Brown’s Island $30 million makeover: reader suggestions vs. reality

Nearly eight years in the making, Venture Richmond’s Brown’s Island Improvement Plan is realer than ever, with renderings and outlines showing us precisely what’s in store for this eventful, riverfront destination. How do the plans compare to what locals asked for? We revisited an article from last year in which we asked our readers to brainstorm ideas for the $30 million project. From dreams to reality, let’s see what’s coming true…

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Reader suggestions

  • Common queries included requests for water fountains, benches, and…

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