Scottholm, Syracuse facts for kids
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| Location | bounded by Salt Springs Road on the north; Brookford Road and East Avenue on the east; Meadowbrook Drive on the south; and Scottholm Terrace on the west., Syracuse, New York |
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| Area | 49.42 acres (20.00 ha) |
| Built | 1850, 1915, 1940 |
| Architect | Corney, Arthur; Sanderson, Amon; Ward, Ward Wellington |
| Architectural style | Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, Mission Revival, Bungalow / Craftsman |
| NRHP reference No. | 12000407 |
| Added to NRHP | July 11, 2012 |
Scottholm is a special neighborhood in Syracuse, New York. It is part of the Meadowbrook area in Onondaga County, New York. This neighborhood is known for its history. It has been officially recognized as a National Historic District. This means its unique character and buildings are protected.
Scottholm is bordered by Salt Springs Road to the north. Brookford Road and East Avenue are to the east. Meadowbrook Drive is to the south, and Scottholm Terrace is to the west. The neighborhood is full of single-family homes. These houses were built in many different styles in the early 1900s. When Scottholm was first created, it was a popular place for families. Today, many different kinds of people live there. Nottingham High School is also located nearby.
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Discovering the Scottholm Historic District
The Scottholm Tract Historic District is a historic district in Syracuse. It includes 266 important buildings. It also has one special structure and one historic site. This area is only for homes, with no businesses. People love the neighborhood for its beautiful buildings and varied landscapes.
Architectural Styles and Design
The streets in Scottholm are winding and lined with trees. You can see many interesting house styles here. These include Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, Mission Revival, and Bungalow / American Craftsman styles. Scottholm is also known for its "Garden City" design. This means it was planned to have lots of green spaces and well-kept yards.
How Scottholm Was Developed
The area started to develop around the 1830s. This was when the Genesee Turnpike, now Genesee Street, was created. The idea for "Scottholm Estates" was first drawn up in 1914. The first land lots were sold starting in 1915. About 30 houses in the district were built between 1915 and 1925. Most of the homes were built in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Some of these houses were designed by a local architect named Ward Wellington Ward.
Scottholm was designed by a landscape architect named Arthur C. Comey. He followed popular ideas for new "garden suburbs." These were neighborhoods that could be easily reached by streetcar from the city. New developments like Scottholm often have winding streets. They also have rules about how far houses must be set back from the road. Trees are planted along the sidewalks. There are also rules about who can own homes there. The old stone gates at the entrances to Scottholm on East Genesee Street are still there today.
Important Homes in the District
Several homes in the district are listed separately on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Poehlman House. There are also two Sanderson Houses. One is at 112 Scottholm Terrace, and the other is at 301 Scottholm Boulevard. The Scott Family Farmhouse is another notable building in the area.
Scottholm was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012.
Images for kids
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Scottholm's beautiful tree-lined streets
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An example of the brick roads in Scottholm
