The BollingHaxall House is an 1858 Italianate Mansion replicated for
Bolling Walker Haxall from a house he admired in Brooklyn Heights, New York

Flanking the entrance are two horse-head hitching posts that originally stood on
Capital Square, where Virginia’s early legislators tied their horses and carriages.

The grand circular staircase is memorable with its carved walnut trim and spectacular rose patterned
stained-glass ceiling window. The wallpaper honors Queen Victoria, who reigned when the house was built.

On the ceiling of the octagonal library is a reproduction of the original trompe
l’oeil ceiling painting, which was restored to the library walls and ceilings in 1965.

The carved marble mantels of the fireplaces are all original to the house.

The gasoliers and other lighting fixtures, all converted to electricity, date back to the Beaux-Arts period

The recently restored second floor porch looks out on a mural depicting the original view from the house, a view of the James River at the turn of the century that may be gone, but not forgotten.

The boardroom was originally comprised of two bedrooms for the Haxall family.

Built in 1858, the Bolling Haxall House stands as a cultural and architectural giant in the heart of downtown Richmond. Once the home of leading industrialist, Bolling Walker Haxall, and now the headquarters of The Woman’s Club, the Bolling Haxall House is listed as a Virginia Historic Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Bolling Haxall House Foundation was formed in 1990 to take charge of the home, maintain its beauty, and ensure it remains a vibrant community resource. The public is invited for tours and select programs, and The Bolling Haxall House opens its doors for use as a location for civic, government, and nonprofit group meetings.

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Foundation Mission Statement

The Bolling Haxall House Foundation is dedicated to preserving the Bolling Haxall House, a Virginia Historic Landmark, as a community resource and as the home of The Woman’s Club.

Preservation & Restoration

With your help, The Woman’s Club is able to preserve, restore and share this Virginia Historic Landmark with the community. The Bolling Haxall House is open to the public for occasional cultural events and by reservation an authentic period rental venue. We are wholeheartedly grateful for your generous contributions.

Past House Projects

Here are some renovation projects in the club’s history. Click an image below to open gallery.

The Bolling Haxall House, Virginia Historic Landmark

The Club took possession of its new home in 1900.

Considered something of a showplace, the 1st parlor in the '20’s.

The 1st parlor after '18 update with period wallpaper & carpeting.

The house became a state landmark in '71.

The Bolling Haxall House, National Register of Historic Places

In 1972, the house was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Catherine Whitham with Clinton Webb discuss renovation plans.

Grand circular staircase after substantial renovation in '18

Mason H. Beasley inspects hand-painted shades for the auditorium.

The auditorium today remains a fixture in Richmond's cultural life.

Ann R. Reed amid '92 disability access construction.

The Bolling Haxall House | Preservation & Renovation

Foundation committee selects Farrow & Ball artisanal pattern for the downstairs parlors.

The front exterior of The Bolling Haxall House, 2018

Current House Projects

As with any historic home, there’s always something new to fix! Here’s a look at some projects on our current restoration wish list. Click an image below to open gallery.