Charleroi Historic District facts for kids
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Charleroi Historic District
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A typical residential neighborhood in the district
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 Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | Roughly bounded by 1st & 13th Sts., Oakland Ave. & Pennsylvania RR tracks., Charleroi, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 410 acres (170 ha) |
| Architect | Barnhart, Robert L.; et al. |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne, Late 19th And 20th Century Revivals |
| NRHP reference No. | 07001162 |
| Added to NRHP | November 9, 2007 |
The Charleroi Historic District is a special area in Charleroi, Washington County, Pennsylvania. It's like a time capsule, showing how the town looked long ago. This district is important because it protects many old buildings.
The district has almost 1,700 buildings. Most of these were built between 1890 and 1920. You can see many different types of buildings here. There are wooden houses with pointed roofs and brick stores. You can also find churches, union halls, and clubs. The area sits on flat land next to the Monongahela River. It also spreads up into the nearby hills.
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What is a Historic District?
A historic district is a special part of a town or city. It has many buildings that are old and important. These buildings show us what life was like in the past. They also show how people built things a long time ago.
Why Charleroi's District is Special
The Charleroi Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is recognized as a very important historical site in the United States. It helps us learn about the history of Charleroi.
Buildings from the Past
Many buildings in the district are homes. They often have two stories and are made of wood. Some have a "front gable" roof, which means the pointy part of the roof faces the street. You can also see brick buildings that were once shops. These buildings tell a story about how Charleroi grew.
Location and Landscape
The district is located in a unique spot. It's on a flat area right by the Monongahela River. This river was very important for trade and travel. The district also extends into the hills around the town. This mix of flat land and hills makes the area interesting.
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The First Christian Church, built in 1901. It was once part of the Charleroi Historic District.
