VCU Matchbook Tee

VCU Custom Tee featuring Founder's Hall

Two blocks south on Franklin Street is Founders Hall, an 1885 mansion that was built as a private home but later played an important role in the formative years of what became Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). In 1917, a group of community leaders founded the Richmond School of Social Economy, which was soon expanded and renamed the Richmond School of Social Work and Public Health. In 1925, the school became affiliated with the College of William and Mary, and the house at the corner of Franklin and Shafer streets was purchased for its new headquarters. In 1939, the school’s name was changed to Richmond Professional Institute (RPI) of the College of William and Mary. From 1962-1968, RPI operated as an independent school before merging with the Medical College of Virginia to form VCU.

Heavyweight Garment Dye

 Ring Spun

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