Rooted & Rising

Rooted Businesses
Richmond’s overflowing with Black businesses that have been rooted in our community for over a decade, securing their legacy and etching their place in our history books. Whether a restaurant, church, or historical landmark, when you think of Black Richmond, you think of their contribution.

Rising Businesses
Richmond’s been named top destination in the country to start a business. We’ve got new restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and so much more rising every day to bring fresh, authentic experiences to our region.

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Rooted | Elegba Folklore Society

The Elegba Folklore Society is a year-round, lively celebration of African and African American culture. Enjoy art and imports in their cultural center. Sway with the performance company in the warmth and feel of an African village.

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Rising | Adiva Naturals

Adiva Naturals’ mission is to provide natural, safe and effective personal care and lifestyle products to the consumer. Their goal is to educate and enhance the life our consumers by offering handmade and healthy alternatives to the synthetic and potentially dangerous products.

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Justin Ross, Owner and Pastry Chef - JC Desserts

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BLK RVA means tradition, heritage, history, but also growth. There are so many black-owned businesses, history, and influential people here. BLK RVA is the perfect spot to discover it all.

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Trey Owens, Owner - Soul Taco, JewFro

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That name [BLK RVA] makes me think of the vibrant black community that exists in RVA and how it often gets overlooked and needs to seek a separate identity to get the recognition it deserves.

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Roscoe Burnems, Richmond Poet Laureate

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BLK RVA means culture, community, creativity and support for us. BLK RVA means making sure that we take responsibility for ourselves and ensure that we are thriving. We all we got.

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Exploring Jackson Ward - Enjoli Moon + Dr. Sesha Joi Moon

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Enjoli Moon and Dr. Sesha Joi Moon, co-creators of The JXN Project, elevate the longstanding legacy of Black pioneers in Jackson Ward and how our connection to their stories can propel us forward. They also clarify the origins of Black entrepreneurship, homeownership, and commerce in Richmond by way of urbanized enslavement during the 1700s and 1800s.

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