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Event on July 9 in Richmond

Brief

Post by @Boenau announces a July 9 Richmond lecture from historian Peter Norton (@PeterNorton12) about city-street history, how cars came to dominate urban space, and strategies to reclaim safer, more equitable streets. The free, public event includes a promised lively Q&A and recommends arriving early.

Why it matters

Event on July 9 in Richmond: Peter Norton (@PeterNorton12) will lecture on the history of city streets, the rise of car dominance, and lessons for reclaiming safer, more equitable streets.

Key details

  • The session includes a lively Q&A, is free and open to the public, and attendees are encouraged to arrive early (post by @Boenau published 2026-06-19).
Source evidence

Hey Richmond, SAVE THE DATE!

On July 9, Peter Norton @PeterNorton12 will be giving a lecture exploring the rich history of city streets, the shift toward car dominance, and the lessons for reclaiming safer, more equitable streets today.

A lively Q&A will follow (I promise!).

This event is free and open to the public, so get there early!