North Ghent, Norfolk, Virginia facts for kids
North Ghent
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Houses in Stockley Gardens
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Location | Bounded by Princess Anne Rd., Olney Rd., Colonial Ave., and Colley Ave., Norfolk, Virginia |
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Area | 80 acres (32 ha) |
Built | 1897 |
Architect | John R. Graham, John Kevan, et al. |
Architectural style | Greek Revival, Queen Anne, et al. |
NRHP reference No. | 01000693 |
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Added to NRHP | July 11, 2001 |
The North Ghent Historic District is a national historic district located at Norfolk, Virginia. It encompasses 322 contributing buildings in a primarily residential section of Norfolk. It developed primarily between 1897 and 1912 as a northward extension of Ghent. The neighborhood includes notable examples of a variety of architectural styles including the Greek Revival and Queen Anne styles. Notable non-residential buildings include the First Presbyterian Church, Ohef Sholom Temple, and Ghent Methodist Church (1921). Located in the district is the separately listed Christ and St. Luke's Church.
It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.
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