North Wheeling Historic District

North Wheeling Historic District is a residential area in Wheeling, West Virginia, containing 134 buildings spread across roughly 15 acres in the older part of town. The area is bounded by Main Street Terrace, Market Street, Interstate 70, and North Main Street.

The neighborhood developed during the 1800s as Wheeling's residential area and reflects the city's growth during that era. It received recognition as a historic district in 1988, with the boundaries expanded twice in the following decades.

The neighborhood displays various architectural styles from the 1800s, including Greek Revival and Renaissance Revival structures that shape how the place looks and feels. These different building designs reflect the city's growth and the preferences of the people who lived here.

The neighborhood is easy to explore on foot because it is compact and contained within clear street boundaries. You might want to pick a starting point and allow time to walk through the different streets and see the varied buildings.

The area includes buildings like the 1891 Vigilant Engine House and the 1885 William Goering House, showing how prosperous families and organizations designed their homes and structures. A monument from 1916 honors a notable local figure.

Location: West Virginia

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture, Renaissance Revival architecture

Elevation above the sea: 219 m

GPS coordinates: 40.07440,-80.72470

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:00