Glebewood Village Historic District facts for kids
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Glebewood Village Historic District
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 Location in District of Columbia
Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | N. Brandywine St. between Lee Highway and 10th Place N., 21St Rd. between N. Brandywine St. and N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, Virginia |
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| Area | 5.9 acres (2.4 ha) |
| Built | 1937-1938 |
| Architectural style | Colonial Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 04000049 |
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| Added to NRHP | February 11, 2004 |
The Glebewood Village Historic District is a special neighborhood in Arlington County, Virginia. It's known for its many historic homes. This area is recognized as a national historic district.
What is a Historic District?
A historic district is a special area. It has buildings, structures, or objects that are important to history. These places are protected to keep their unique look and story alive. Glebewood Village was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004. This means it's officially recognized for its historical value.
The Homes of Glebewood Village
Glebewood Village was built between 1937 and 1938. It has 105 buildings that help tell its story. These are mostly rowhouses. Rowhouses are homes that are joined together in a line.
The houses are built in the Colonial Revival style. This style brings back classic American designs. Each house is two stories tall. They are made of brick. They also have a unique roof shape called an asymmetrical side-gabled roof. The neighborhood has seven blocks of these charming homes.
