Brooks Smith
Brooks Smith
Brooks Smith is a Richmond lawyer, writer and storyteller. His Rediscovering Richmond commentary series has aired regularly on WCVE Public Radio since September 2005. Through these commentaries, Brooks has reprised all manner of forgotten tales that tell the story of Richmond.

Stories from Brooks Smith...

Rediscovering Westover, Home of Richmond's Founder

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Brooks Smith visits Westover Plantation, home of William Byrd II.

 

 

Monumental Church Memorializes 1811 Fire Victims

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Commentator Brooks Smith is rediscovering Richmond, and today he recalls the story behind Monumental Church. He spoke with WCVE's Dan Rosenthal.

Monumental Church Memorializes 1811 Fire Victims

Brooks Smith in Essays

Commentator Brooks Smith is rediscovering Richmond, and today he recalls the story behind Monumental Church.  He spoke with WCVE's Dan Rosenthal.

Virginia Settlers Gave Thanks Two Years Before Pilgrims

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Brooks Smith rediscovers Berkley Plantation.

Rediscovering Richmond's Central District

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Brooks Smith is rediscovering Richmond's historic places and spaces.

Grace Street Was Once Known As Fifth Avenue

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Brooks Smith talks with Shawn Evans about a downtown street with a long - and varied - history.

Maymont One of America's Top Ten Public Spaces

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Brooks Smith rediscovers Richmond's famed park.

Carver Neighborhood Has a Rich History

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Commentator Brooks Smith is rediscovering Richmond's historic places and spaces.

A View of the James, America's Founding River

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Commentator Brooks Smith rediscovers the James River.

The Boulevard, Home to Many Landmarks

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Commentator Brooks Smith rediscovers one of Richmond most famous streets.