Willington Common Historic District facts for kids
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Willington Common Historic District
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View roughly NW from the SE corner of the common
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| Location | Properties around Willington Common and E on Tolland Tnpk. pt Old Farms Rd., Willington, Connecticut |
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| Area | 19 acres (7.7 ha) |
| Architect | Sharp, Albert |
| Architectural style | Mid 19th Century Revival, Colonial, Federal |
| NRHP reference No. | 90001911 |
| Added to NRHP | December 18, 1990 |
The Willington Common Historic District is a special area in Willington, Connecticut. It includes the Willington Common, which is like a town park or village green. This historic area and its old buildings were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. This means they are important places to protect because of their history.
Discover Willington Common's History
The Willington Common Historic District is found where Route 74 and Route 320 meet. This spot is known today as Willington Hill. It was the very first settlement and the main town center for Willington.
What Does the Common Look Like?
The Common itself is shaped like a rectangle. Route 74 runs along its southern edge. Jared Sparks Road is on the east side, and Common Road borders the north and west. It's a central green space for the community.
Buildings Around the Common
Many of the buildings around the Common were built a long time ago, in the 1700s and 1800s. These buildings include two churches, the Old Town Hall, and a parsonage (a house for a minister). There are also other homes, some of which used to be stores or taverns.
The two churches are the biggest and most noticeable buildings on the Green. The entire historic district covers about 19 acres. It includes 32 different buildings, sites, and objects. The area is well-known for its beautiful architecture, including designs by a person named Albert Sharp.
