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380 Monmouth St
Jersey City
5 min walk from Grove St PATH
VISIT
Casa Colombo's Architect
Honoring the Life and Work of James V Richardi
Casa Colombo Celebrates the Legacy of Its Architect
Robert Richardi, an architect currently residing in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, entered our gallery one late summer afternoon with his wife Elaina, excited to explore the space. He is the grandson of James V Richardi.
Our building, built in 1936, is one of the few standing examples of an award-winning design that Mr. James V. Richardi brought to Jersey City in the first half of the 20th century. We are honored to be part of such a rich, living legacy.
It was an engaging afternoon hearing Robert Richardi share his grandfather's memories about the evolution of architectural tools in New Jersey. He even lent us a small historic pamphlet that showcased the NJ State Laws that were once effect. Today's practice is certainly much more complex!
Now on loan within our Italian Heritage Hall, courtesy of Mr. Robert Richardi, are the personal effects, tools and career achievements of Italian- American James V. Richardi - architect of our Casa Colombo building.
We look forward to your visit to our Italian Heritage Hall, where you can explore these incredible artifacts and experience a vibrant living legacy firsthand.