John G. Zehmer Jr.

John Granderson Zemmer Jr. (1942 – February 7, 2016) was an architectural historian, preservationist, photographer, and author of architectural history in Virginia and North Carolina, especially in Richmond, Virginia. His work includes documentation and an impressive catalog of photographs of historic properties. He produced several books on historic sites and is credited with helping preserve several buildings.

Zehmer was involved in helping preserve and readapt Linden Row on West Franklin Street and downtown Richmond's National Theater.

Zehmer died on February 7, 2016, at a retirement community in Richmond. His ashes were buried in the Good Shepherd Episcopal Churchyard in McKenney. A bill to honor Zehmer was passed in the Virginia House of Delegates in 2016 and presented to the Virginia Senate.