Downtown Morgantown Historic District

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Downtown Morgantown Historic District, Historic district in Morgantown, United States.

The Downtown Morgantown Historic District spans 75 acres and contains 122 buildings representing Greek Revival and Renaissance Revival architectural styles.

Zackquill Morgan received a 50-acre grant in 1784 and established a grid layout for the town, which became a center during westward expansion.

The Monongalia Arts Center, housed in the former post office building from 1913, continues to serve the community with exhibitions and events.

The district boundaries extend from Willey Street to Foundry Street, with High Street running between Chestnut Street and Spruce Street.

Ten structures within the district maintain separate listings on the National Register of Historic Places, including the 1898 Brown Building.

Location: Morgantown

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture, Renaissance Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 39.62970,-79.95720

Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:57

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