Richmond's most famous boulevard, Monument Avenue is the only street in the country to be designated a National Historic Landmark. Adorned by five statues of Confederate heroes, plus a much later addition of Richmond native Arthur Ashe, the avenue also has a wide range of residential architectural styles. (John's first dog Maury was named after the "Pathfinder of the Seas" on Monument, pictured here.) The most famous statue is that of Robert E. Lee, labeled only with one word: "Lee," because everyone knows, of course, the gentleman-soldier needs no further description.

Monument Avenue is a historical district of the city, with statues of various Confederate war heroes along its length. Houses date back to the 1800's and many architectural styles can be found.