History
Built in 1911 by Frederic William Scott, co-founder of Scott & Stringfellow, the Scott House is one of Richmond’s most important remaining examples of American Renaissance architecture. Located at 909 W. Franklin St. in the heart of VCU’s Academic Campus, the Scott House was acquired by VCU in September 2001 and will become a venue for both university and community functions. Patterned after the Petit Trianon at Versailles, the Scott House reflects the grandeur and prosperity of early 20th-century Richmond.

Restoration and preservation
In order to ensure that this architectural jewel remains a tangible part of the commonwealth’s history, VCU is dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the first floor. Gary Inman (MA’93), of Gary Inman Interiors, Ltd., has developed a plan for the restoration and furnishing (with original or reproduction period furniture, window treatments, rugs, and appointments) of the Drawing Room, Conservatory, Renaissance Den, Gothic Revival Library, Adam Dining Room, kitchen, back hall, Conference Room, entrance hall and staircase. The total cost is estimated to be $500,000.

Naming opportunities
There are naming opportunities for those who generously donate funds for the restoration and preservation of the Scott House.

Entrance Hall and Staircase $75,000
Drawing Room $75,000
Renaissance Den $50,000
Gothic Library $75,000
Dining Room $75,000
Conservatory $50,000
Back Hall $10,000
Conference Room $60,000

Contact information
For more information about the restoration of the Scott House and how you can help, please contact Samantha Wheeler Marrs, assistant vice president for university advancement, at:

Phone: (804) 828-1229
E-mail: swmarrs@vcu.edu
Web site: http://www.vcu.edu/scotthouse/

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