Capen-Clark Historic District facts for kids
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Capen-Clark Historic District
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| Location | Capen, Clark, Elmer, Barbour, Martin, and Main Sts., Hartford, Connecticut |
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| Area | 32 acres (13 ha) |
| Built | 1850 |
| Architectural style | Gothic, Italianate, Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 82004402 |
| Added to NRHP | April 27, 1982 |
The Capen-Clark Historic District is a special neighborhood in Hartford, Connecticut. It is found in the North End of the city. This area is full of old houses built between 1865 and 1910. These homes show different styles popular after the American Civil War. The district helps us understand how the city's economy changed over time. In 1982, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is a very important historical area.
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What is the Capen-Clark Historic District?
The Capen-Clark Historic District is a neighborhood with many historic homes. It is centered around Capen Street. This street runs between Main Street and Enfield Street. The district also includes parts of Clark, Barbour, Martin, and Garden Streets. You can also find properties on Main and Elmer Streets.
What kind of buildings are there?
The buildings in the district are usually one to three stories tall. Most are made of wood or brick. Many are single-family homes. But you can also see two-family houses. There are also "triple deckers," which are buildings with three apartments. A few larger apartment buildings are also present. Besides homes, there is a former school building. This building is now used as a community center. There is also a church in the district.
How did the Capen-Clark area grow?
Before the Civil War, the Capen Street area was mostly open land. Spring Grove Cemetery was founded nearby in 1845. This cemetery created a natural border. It separated this area from older parts of Hartford.
Building homes after the Civil War
After the Civil War, Hartford's economy grew quickly. This growth led to new homes being built in this area. Between 1867 and 1873, Capen Street and three other roads were created. Many homes were built in styles like Italianate and Second Empire. These styles were popular at the time.
Changes in the late 1800s
The economy slowed down in the late 1870s. Building new homes also slowed. But by the late 1880s, the economy improved. More homes were built in the neighborhood. The city's streetcar network also expanded. This made it easier for people to live here. Many Queen Anne style homes were added during this time. In 1898, two of Hartford's oldest apartment buildings were built. You can find them at 44 and 46 Capen Street.
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A view of a street in the Capen-Clark Historic District.
