Bethlehem Green Historic District facts for kids
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Bethlehem Green Historic District
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| Location | Parts of N. Main St., S. Main St., East St., West Rd., and Munger Lane, Bethlehem, Connecticut |
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| Area | 55 acres (22 ha) |
| Architect | Multiple |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival, Mixed (more than 2 styles from different periods) |
| NRHP reference No. | 82001001 |
| Added to NRHP | December 16, 1982 |
The Bethlehem Green Historic District is a special area in the center of Bethlehem, Connecticut. It's like a living museum! This district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It's famous for its old and beautiful buildings around the town's central green.
This historic district covers about 55 acres. It includes the green itself and 63 important old buildings. These buildings show off amazing designs from the past.
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What is the Bethlehem Green?
The Bethlehem Green is a park shaped like a triangle. It's surrounded by several streets. Route 61 (Main Street) is on its east side. Route 132 (West Road) is on the north. The street simply called "The Green" is on its west side.
Memorials and Trees
Inside the green, you'll find five special stone tablets. There is also a large green boulder. These monuments list the names of Bethlehem residents. They honor those who served in wars. This includes conflicts from the American Revolution to World War II. A flagpole stands proudly near these memorials.
Many maple trees are planted around the edges of the green. In the very center, there's a large evergreen tree. This tree is decorated as a Christmas tree during winter.
Historic Buildings Around the Green
Many old and interesting buildings stand around the Bethlehem Green. These buildings tell stories of the town's past.
Important Structures
- The Congregational Church was built in 1790. It's a very old and important church.
- The Townhouse dates back to 1839. This building likely served the town's government.
- The Episcopal Church was built in 1832. It's another beautiful old church.
- Two buildings from the 1700s were once taverns. Taverns were like old inns or restaurants. Today, these buildings are used as homes.
- A general store stands on the site of an even older store. That first store was built in the 1800s.
- There's also a building that used to be a school. Imagine learning there long ago!
Other Historic Sites
The district also includes the Bellamy-Ferriday House and Garden. This house is so important it's listed separately. It's another famous old home in the area.
You can also find the spot where Bethlehem's first meetinghouse stood. This original building was built in 1767. While the meetinghouse is no longer there, a granite monument marks its exact location.
