George–Pine–Henry Street Historic District facts for kids
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George–Pine–Henry Street Historic District
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Pine Street view
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 Location in Vermont
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| Location | 5-22 George St.; 1-17 Pine St.; 32-44 Henry St., Bellows Falls, Vermont |
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| Area | 4.2 acres (1.7 ha) |
| Architectural style | Federal, Greek Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 09000918 |
| Added to NRHP | July 13, 2010 |
The George–Pine–Henry Historic District is a special neighborhood in Bellows Falls, Vermont. It's known for having many beautiful old homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s. This area was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2010, which means it's recognized as an important historical place. It sits just west of the main downtown area of Bellows Falls.
Discovering the George–Pine–Henry Historic District
Bellows Falls is a village located in southeastern Vermont, right on the west bank of the Connecticut River. This village became very important because it was the first place where a bridge was built across the Connecticut River, way back in 1785! Because of this bridge, Bellows Falls grew into a busy spot for travel. It became a central point where river, road, and railroad routes all met during the 1800s.
How Bellows Falls Grew
A big reason for the village's growth was the Bellows Falls Canal. This canal helped power many different businesses and factories. The main part of Bellows Falls, with its shops and businesses, grew just west of this canal and the industrial areas. As the village grew, new neighborhoods for homes started to appear to the west and south of the downtown.
What Makes These Homes Special?
The George–Pine–Henry area is located west of an even older neighborhood in Bellows Falls. This district is shaped like a rectangle, bordered by Pine, Burt, George, and Atkinson Streets. The houses here are built close together. They are usually 1.5 to 3 stories tall and made of wood.
You can see different styles of architecture in these homes. Some examples include Greek Revival, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival. These styles are often seen in a simpler, local way. One of the most interesting houses is a three-story Queen Anne Victorian home at 6 George Street. It has a cool round tower, called a turret, which is a common feature of this style. It also has special "fish-scale" shingles on its walls, which look like fish scales! This district has 27 buildings that are considered historically important.
