Hawley–Green Historic District facts for kids
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Hawley–Green Street Historic District
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Rowhouses along Hawley Ave. in the Hawley–Green Neighborhood
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 Location in New York
Location in the United States
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| Location | Wayne, Lodi, Hawley, & N McBride Sts., Syracuse, New York |
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| Built | 1840 |
| Architect | Multiple |
| Architectural style | Stick/Eastlake, Italianate, Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 79001613 (original) BC100002464 (increase) |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | May 2, 1979 |
| Boundary increase | May 18, 2018 |
The Hawley–Green Historic District is a special neighborhood in Syracuse, New York. It is located in the Near Northeast part of the city. The district gets its name from two main streets: Hawley Avenue and Green Street.
This area is important because of its history and unique buildings. In 1979, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of places in the United States that are worth protecting because of their historical value. In 2018, the district grew to include more streets with similar historic homes.
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A Look Back: Hawley–Green's History
The Hawley–Green area is shaped like a triangle. It is bordered by Lodi Street, Burnet Avenue, and James Street. Long ago, this neighborhood was home to many skilled workers. These included carpenters, people who made wagons, silversmiths, painters, and musicians.
Early Homes and Styles
The first houses built here were very grand. They were in styles like Greek Revival, Gothic Revival, and Italianate. Some of these beautiful old homes can still be seen today.
Later, in the late 1800s, more wealthy people moved into the neighborhood. They built new homes in popular styles of that time. These included Second Empire, Queen Anne, and Stick Style homes. The arrival of the streetcar, a type of public transport, made it easier for people to live here. This helped the neighborhood become more popular. The new residents were often doctors, lawyers, dentists, and even politicians.
Modern Day Community
Today, Hawley–Green is a lively neighborhood. Many of its historic homes have been carefully fixed up. Some of the larger houses have been turned into apartments. Smaller homes are now popular with artists. The area is known for its "painted ladies". These are Victorian-style houses painted in bright, cheerful colors.
The Hawley–Green district is also home to some important groups. The Syracuse Cultural Workers have been there since 2002. The ArtRage Gallery, which shows art that focuses on social justice, opened in 2008.
Community and Inclusivity
The Hawley–Green neighborhood is known for being a welcoming place for everyone. Many residents work together to make the community friendly and open.
