Quadrangle–Mattoon Street Historic District facts for kids
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Quadrangle–Mattoon Street Historic District
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Museum of Fine Arts
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 Location in Massachusetts
Location in the United States
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| Location | Springfield, Massachusetts |
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| Built | 1811 |
| Architect | Richardson, H.H.; Et al. |
| Architectural style | Mid 19th Century Revival, Late 19th And 20th Century Revivals, Late Victorian |
| NRHP reference No. | 74000371 (original) 00001393 (increase) |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | May 8, 1974 |
| Boundary increase | November 22, 2000 |
The Quadrangle–Mattoon Street Historic District is a special neighborhood in Springfield, Massachusetts. It is famous for its beautiful old buildings and tree-lined streets. This area is a great example of history and modern life coming together. Many people love living here because it's close to museums and fun activities.
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Exploring the Quadrangle–Mattoon Street District
This historic district is located in the Metro Center area of Springfield. It is bordered by Chestnut Street to the west and State Street to the south. The district also includes properties on Mattoon, Salem, Edwards, and Elliot Streets. It is one of the few places in the Knowledge Corridor with many historic, red-brick Victorian row houses. These homes are covered by lovely tree canopies, making the streets feel very cozy.
A Look at the Buildings
The Quadrangle–Mattoon Street Historic District has many different kinds of homes. You can find detached Victorian houses and attached red-brick row houses. There are also churches designed by the famous architect H.H. Richardson. The buildings show off various architectural styles from the mid-19th century and late 19th to early 20th centuries. One of H.H. Richardson's first works, the Hispanic Baptist Church, is here. It is built in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, which uses heavy stone and rounded arches.
Why People Love Living Here
Since 2006, the Metro Center, especially the Quadrangle–Mattoon Street Historic District, has become a very popular place to live. More and more people are choosing to live here. They enjoy the city environment and the cultural activities available at good prices. This includes young adults, artists, and families looking for a lively community. The Mattoon Street neighborhood has some of Springfield's most well-known addresses.
Fun Things to See and Do
The historic district is named after the Quadrangle. This area features a group of five museums. These museums are built around the Dr. Seuss Memorial Sculpture Garden, which is a fun place to visit. Every fall, the neighborhood hosts a big event called "The Mattoon Street Arts Festival." It's a great chance to see local art and enjoy the community.
Recent additions to the area include a new Federal Courthouse on State Street. This building was designed by Moshe Safdie in 2008. Another interesting project was turning the old Technical High School into Massachusetts' Data Center. This is an example of adaptive reuse, where an old building is given a new purpose.
