Richmond, Virginia

Team Henry Enterprises is proud to play a role in the resurrection of Abraham Peyton Skipwith’s historic homestead, a cornerstone of Jackson Ward’s rich cultural heritage. Known as the "Founding Father of Jackson Ward," Skipwith became the neighborhood's first Black homeowner in 1793 after purchasing his freedom.

The JXN Haus

Client
The JXN Project

Completion Date
2026

Architect
Baskervill

Amount
$1,800,000

  • Architectural rendering of a modern community health center with angular design, tall windows, and outdoor seating. Cars are parked in front, highlighting accessibility, contemporary design, and health-focused development.
  • Aerial rendering of the same community building with detailed landscaping, curved walkways, and rooftop patio seating. Emphasizes multi-use space, green design, and thoughtful integration with its surroundings.
  • 3D rendering of a sustainable housing or community building with solar panels, brick base, and geometric siding. Highlights eco-conscious architecture, energy efficiency, and urban innovation in residential design.
  • Group photo of community members and leaders at a groundbreaking ceremony, smiling and holding shovels in construction helmets. Captures the celebration of progress, partnership, and the launch of a transformative development project.

In collaboration with The JXN Project and local architecture firm Baskervill, this initiative brings Skipwith’s cottage back to its original roots in Jackson Ward. Originally moved to Goochland in the 1950s due to highway construction, the reconstructed cottage will serve as both a monument to Skipwith’s life and an innovation hub for Black entrepreneurship.

The JXN Haus represents a blend of history and progress, honoring the legacy of the "Harlem of the South" while inspiring future generations to build on its foundation of resilience and ingenuity.

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