Richmond, CA
Music connected to Richmond
About Richmond
- • Lil B, the influential rapper and internet personality, hails from Richmond.
- • The Kaiser Richmond Field Hospital pioneered the HMO healthcare model.
- • The Santa Fe Railroad terminus established Richmond as a vital transportation hub.
- • Richmond once housed a large World War II shipyard, building 747 ships.
- • World War II defense industry boom drastically changed Richmond's demographics.
- • Named for Richmond, Australia, it was incorporated in 1905.
- • With 107,000 residents, it is Contra Costa County's third largest city.
- • Sitting 26 feet above sea level, it is prone to flooding.
- • Many residents work in healthcare, logistics, and public services.
- • There is a feeling of resilience and community spirit in Richmond.