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Oregon Historic District
Fifth and Jackson in Oregon, Dayton.jpg
Commercial architecture in the district
Oregon Historic District is located in Ohio
Oregon Historic District
Location in Ohio
Oregon Historic District is located in the United States
Oregon Historic District
Location in the United States
Location Between Patterson Blvd. and Wayne Ave. N to Gates St. and S to U.S. 35, Dayton, Ohio
Built 1830s
Architectural style Queen Anne, Federal and Greek Revival
NRHP reference No. 75001506
Added to NRHP 27 March 1975

The Oregon Historic District is a really cool neighborhood in Dayton, Ohio. It's special because it has some of the oldest buildings in Dayton. You can see many different kinds of buildings here. They show what Dayton looked like from the 1820s all the way to 1915.

The streets are made of brick, and the buildings have styles like Federal and Queen Anne. Many of the homes and shops show how successful people were back then. Today, the district is a lively place. You'll find art galleries, unique specialty shops, fun pubs, nightclubs, and cozy coffee houses.

A Look Back in Time

No one is quite sure why this area is called "Oregon." But we know the name has been used since at least 1845. In 1974, the Oregon Historic District became a registered historic place. This means it's officially recognized for its important history.

The district is located between Patterson Boulevard and Wayne Avenue. It stretches north to Gates Street and south to U.S. Route 35. Its official number on the National Register of Historic Places is 75001506.

Building Styles You Can See

The buildings in the Oregon Historic District show off many different architectural styles. You can find examples of Federal buildings. There are also buildings in the Italianate style. Look for structures built in the Greek Revival style. And don't miss the beautiful Queen Anne homes.

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A map showing the boundaries of the Oregon Historic District.

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