Spring Street Historic District

Spring Street Historic District is a residential and commercial area in Portland, Maine, containing buildings from the 19th century. Most structures feature decorative cornices, stone facades, and architectural details typical of their era.

After Portland's major fire in 1866 destroyed much of the city, many older buildings in this area survived the disaster. Their preservation led to the district's listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.

The street displays different building styles from various decades that reflect Portland's architectural past. Walking through, you notice how structures vary in their design and details, showing how the city changed over time.

The district stretches from Danforth and Brackett Streets in the south to Forest Avenue in the north. Pine Street and Oak Street define its eastern and western edges.

A 1988 protest against tearing down an 1857 building pushed Portland's City Council to create stronger protection laws for all historic districts. This fight for preservation shaped how the city views its architectural heritage today.

Location: Portland

GPS coordinates: 43.65222,-70.26389

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03