Mount Auburn Historic District facts for kids
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Mount Auburn Historic District
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A map of Mount Auburn circa 1869. Visible are the house of Alphonso Taft (which is now the William Howard Taft National Historic Site), the Cincinnati Orphan Asylum and the Mount Auburn Young Ladies Institute.
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| Location | Both sides of Auburn Ave. from Ringgold St. to Howard Taft Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio |
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| Area | 414 acres (1.68 km2), 31 buildings |
| Built | 1819 |
| Architectural style | Mid 19th Century Revival, Late Victorian |
| NRHP reference No. | 73001464 |
| Added to NRHP | March 28, 1973 |
The Mount Auburn Historic District is a special area in the Mount Auburn neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio. It stretches along Auburn Avenue, a main street in the area. This district is famous for its beautiful old homes and rich history.
Mount Auburn was once a popular spot for wealthy people in Cincinnati. They wanted to escape the busy, noisy city below. Here, they built amazing mansions with great views. Many of these grand homes still stand today, showing off different styles of architecture. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on March 28, 1973. In 2020, about 5,070 people lived in Mount Auburn.
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Exploring Mount Auburn's History
Mount Auburn was one of Cincinnati's first suburbs. It was first known as Keys' Hill, named after an early settler. This name was used until 1837. By 1826, many important citizens had already moved there.
How Mount Auburn Got Its Name
In 1837, Mount Auburn was officially planned as a town. It got its name from the famous Mount Auburn Cemetery in Boston, which was new at the time. By 1842, the area grew quite a bit. It stretched from Liberty Street to McMillan Street. Liberty Street was named because city laws were not enforced north of it. Mount Auburn became part of the City of Cincinnati in 1849.
Famous Buildings and Places
The Mount Auburn Historic District is home to many interesting buildings and parks. These sites tell stories of the past.
- William Howard Taft National Historic Site: This is the childhood home of William Howard Taft. He was a U.S. President and later a Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. You can visit his home and learn about his life.
- Mount Auburn Young Ladies Institute: This school opened in 1856. It offered advanced education for girls, especially in science and math. The school had beautiful grounds with gardens and orchards.
- Cincinnati Orphan Asylum: This building once served as a home for children who needed care.
- Hopkins Park: This is a small park located on a hillside in Mount Auburn. It's a nice place to relax and enjoy nature.
- Inwood Park: This park was created in 1904 from an old stone quarry. It has a special building called a pavilion, built in 1910. This pavilion is one of the oldest park buildings in Cincinnati.
- Jackson Hill Park: Another lovely park in the area.
- Glencoe-Auburn Hotel and Glencoe-Auburn Place Row Houses: These buildings show the historic architecture of the district.
Other Notable Architecture
You can find many other interesting buildings in Mount Auburn. They show different styles of architecture from the past.
- Mount Auburn Presbyterian Church: Located at 103 William Howard Taft Road.
- Former First District School: An old school building at 412 Liberty Hill.
- Mt. Auburn Cable Railway Building: Found at the corner of Highland and Dorchester.
- The William Howard Doane House (Sunny Side): A historic home at 2223 Auburn Avenue.
- Mt. Auburn Baptist Church: Located at 2147 Auburn Avenue.
- Adam Riddle House: A historic residence at 2021 Auburn Avenue.
- The Henry Powell House: Another historic home at 2209 Auburn Avenue.
Schools in Mount Auburn
The district is also home to several schools and colleges:
- God's Bible School and College
- Mount Auburn Preparatory Academy
- William Howard Taft Elementary
- Christ College of Nursing
Medical Institutions
Mount Auburn also has important medical centers:
- The Christ Hospital
- ... Parenthood Elizabeth Campbell Surgical Center
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The cover of a catalog for the Mount Auburn Young Ladies Institute. The landscape of historic Mount Auburn is visible.
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Mount Auburn is seen here as e in this drawing from circa 1861.
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Sunny Side (1850), residence of William Howard Doane
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