Ballard Avenue Historic District facts for kids
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Ballard Avenue Historic District
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The Ballard Avenue Historic District
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| Location | Ballard, Seattle, Washington |
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| Nearest city | Seattle, Washington |
| Architect | Henderson Ryan and others |
| NRHP reference No. | 76001885 |
| Added to NRHP | July 1, 1976 |
The Ballard Avenue Historic District is a special part of downtown Ballard in Seattle, Washington. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. This means it's an important historical area recognized by the United States government. The district includes Ballard Avenue N.W., stretching between N.W. Market Street and N.W. Dock Place. It is located close to Salmon Bay.
People from the Ballard Avenue Association and the city's Urban Conservation Division worked hard to get this area recognized. Seattle's mayor at the time, Wes Uhlman, signed the official papers. This led to the district becoming nationally recognized.
What Makes Ballard Avenue Historic?
The Ballard neighborhood is well-known for its many residents who came from Sweden long ago. In 1976, King Gustaf of Sweden visited Ballard. He officially announced the district's addition to the historical registry. During his visit, he also dedicated a new bell tower at Ballard's Marvin's Garden Park. This tower holds the original bell from Ballard's old city hall.
Exploring the District
You can find special historic markers on 26 of the buildings in the district. These markers were put up by the Ballard Historical Society. They help tell the story of the area. All the shops and businesses in this historic district face towards Ballard Avenue.
Other Historic Spots in Ballard
Ballard has other places that are also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the old Ballard Carnegie Library on N.W. Market Street and the Ballard Bridge. You can also find Fire Station No. 18 and the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. The Lake Washington Ship Canal is another important historic site nearby.
