East Avenue Historic District facts for kids
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East Avenue Historic District
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The Strong-Todd House on East Avenue
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| Location | Irregular pattern along East Ave. from Probert St. to Alexander St., Rochester, New York |
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| Area | 362 acres (146 ha) |
| Architect | Wright, Frank Lloyd; Et al. |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 79001589 |
| Added to NRHP | April 17, 1979 |
The East Avenue Historic District is a special area in Rochester, New York. It's like a big outdoor museum! This district is full of amazing old buildings. Many of them were built in the 1800s and early 1900s.
You can find about 700 different buildings here. These include grand homes, beautiful churches, and interesting museums. It's a great place to see how people lived long ago. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. This means it's officially recognized as important to American history.
One very famous place in the district is the George Eastman Museum. It's a National Historic Landmark. This museum is dedicated to photography and film. It's a must-see if you visit!
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Exploring East Avenue's History
The East Avenue Historic District covers a large area. It stretches along East Avenue in Rochester. This district is known for its beautiful old buildings. They show different styles of architecture.
Famous Buildings You'll See
There are several important buildings in the district. Each one has its own story.
The Hiram W. Sibley House
This house was built in 1868. It was the home of Hiram Sibley. He was a very important businessman. He helped start the Western Union Telegraph Company. The house is a great example of old Rochester architecture.
The Edward E. Boynton House
Built in 1909, this house is special. It's the only building in Rochester designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. He was one of the most famous architects ever. His designs are known for being unique and modern.
The Culver House
The Culver House is one of the oldest buildings. It was built between 1805 and 1816. What's cool is that it was moved to its current spot in 1906! Imagine moving a whole house.
The Strong-Todd House
This house was built in 1901. It was once lived in by Henry A. Strong. He was a co-founder of Eastman Kodak Company. This house shows the grand style of homes from that time.
A Look at the Architecture
The buildings in the district show different architectural styles. You can see Greek Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne styles.
Greek Revival Style
This style was popular in the early 1800s. Buildings look like ancient Greek temples. They often have tall columns and grand entrances.
Italianate Style
This style was popular in the mid-1800s. Buildings often have low-pitched roofs. They might have wide eaves and decorative brackets. They often look like Italian villas.
Queen Anne Style
This style was popular in the late 1800s. Queen Anne houses are often very colorful. They have towers, turrets, and decorative porches. They look like something out of a fairytale!
Gallery
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The Hiram Sibley House at 400 East Avenue
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Stone fencepost at the street entrance to the Hiram Sibley House
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The Culver House at 70 East Boulevard
Images for kids
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 25 Westminster Road
