About First District RVA

The First District encompasses the City’s West End and is positioned along the James River and Richmond’s historic Boulevard. Home to roughly 25,000 of Richmond’s residents and more than 15 active Civic Associations, the First District is a vibrant community that includes residences, businesses, parks, libraries, and museums. Because of its close proximity to fine dining establishments, dynamic shopping centers, and the nationally renowned Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, the First District is continually chosen as a place to live and work.