Downtown Danville Historic District facts for kids
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Downtown Danville Historic District
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 Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | Roughly bounded by Memorial Dr. and High, Patton and Ridge Sts., Danville, Virginia |
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| Area | 25 acres (10 ha) |
| Architect | Multiple |
| Architectural style | Late Gothic Revival, Romanesque, Tudor Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 93000830 |
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| Added to NRHP | August 12, 1993 |
The Downtown Danville Historic District is a special area in Danville, Virginia. It's like a time capsule showing how the city grew. This district has 48 important buildings. These buildings tell the story of Danville's past. They include shops, factories, and public buildings. They were built from the 1870s up to today.
This area is known for its amazing architecture. You can see styles like Late Gothic Revival and Romanesque Revival. It's a great place to learn about history. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993. This means it's recognized as an important historical site.
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Exploring Danville's Historic Heart
The Downtown Danville Historic District covers about 25 acres. It's a busy part of the city. Many different types of buildings are found here. They show how people worked and lived long ago. You can see old factories, banks, and entertainment spots.
What Makes a Historic District Special?
A historic district is a group of buildings. These buildings are important because of their history or architecture. They often share a common past. Protecting them helps us remember and learn. It keeps the city's unique story alive for future generations.
Famous Buildings in the District
Many buildings in the district are very interesting. Each one has its own story. Let's look at a few examples:
- The Danville City Auditorium was built in 1932. It was a place for big events.
- The J. T. Stovall Tobacco Factory dates back to 1876. It shows Danville's industrial past.
- The Kingoff Building from 1892 has beautiful details.
- The Woolworth's Building (1937) was once a popular department store.
- The Danville Post Office (1932) is a grand building. It handled all the city's mail.
- The Masonic Building (1921-1922) is also a notable landmark.
Two other important buildings are also in this district. They are the Hotel Danville and the Danville Municipal Building. These are listed separately as historic places.
Architectural Styles You Can See
The buildings here show different styles of architecture. These styles were popular at different times.
- Late Gothic Revival style often has pointed arches and fancy stonework. It looks a bit like old castles or cathedrals.
- Tudor Revival style often uses half-timbering. This means it looks like wood frames with plaster in between.
- Romanesque Revival style uses round arches and thick walls. It often looks very strong and solid.
Looking at these buildings helps us understand art and design from the past. It's like walking through a living museum!
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- Downtown Danville Historic District Contributing Buildings
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The Pace Building was built in 1875 with an ornate iron facade. Danville's oldest commercial building.
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The livery stable and mixed retail block was built between 1904 and 1910 with Italianate arched parapet over the entrance to the former stable and another set of Baroque parapets.
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The 1901 Romanesque Revival Dudley Building once had a turret inspired by the chimney stacks of Chambord.
