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Living at The Krise
As the commercial, cultural, entertainment and retail hub of Central Virginia, Lynchburg’s downtown is home to The Krise, a building of impressive architectural strength and beauty as well as a noted history. Built in 1907 as the city’s first “skyscraper", The Krise will connect you to downtown Lynchburg’s historic past as well as to its vibrant and luxurious rebirth. “Living at The Krise” is to be within walking distance (literally blocks) of experiencing a lifestyle few think possible.
Arts & Culture
Nestled in the heart of Lynchburg’s Art and Theatre Districts, “Life at The Krise” offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in some of the very best artistic expressions found in Central Virginia. Whether it’s an evening at the opera at Lynchburg’s Opera on the James, a musical at the magnificently restored
Academy Center of the Arts
theatre, a leisurely perusal of the latest exhibit at The Riverviews Artspace or a live concert on the Riverfront grounds – you are only blocks away from a memorable enriching and entertaining experience.
Dining Experiences
A wide variety of dining options are nearby your downtown location at The Krise. Is your preference tonight roof-top eating, fine dining, Mediterranean, sushi, bistro, pizza or a picnic at the park? Whether in the mood for exquisite or casual dining, “Life at The Krise” means you are only a short walk away from the cuisine of your choosing.
Recreation & Wellness
“Life at the Krise” is also about physical wellness. The evidence is clear, consistent exercise results in an increased quality of life and The Krise wants to do its part to facilitate such a lifestyle. The Krise is proud to boast of its proximity to the award-winning Blackwater Creek Trail frequented daily by hundreds of bikers, walkers and joggers. For the more traditional, Lynchburg’s intimate and well-equipped Downtown YMCA is an absolute gem. The adventurous will want to check out the kayaking and canoeing opportunities on the historic James River. And yes, all within a few blocks of the building.
History & Local Culture
Interested in history? Then you will be interested to know that in the late 1800s Lynchburg was once one of the wealthiest cities in America per capita. Or that in 1810 Thomas Jefferson (whose summer home is located just outside of the city’s limits) penned “Lynchburg… perhaps the most rising place in the US...”? You can learn all about it at Lynchburg’s Museum of History – just a short walk from The Krise. Or perhaps it is local arts and crafts, community market activity, coffee shops and ice cream parlors that float your boat? No matter – you are just a few steps away from experiencing each of the many historical places downtown.
