Prospect Hill Historic District
Prospect Hill Historic District, Historic residential district in Willimantic, Connecticut, United States.
The Prospect Hill Historic District extends across 40 square blocks, containing nearly 1000 structures, including 600 houses, seven churches, six schools, and one firehouse.
The district developed between 1865 and 1930 during Willimantic's industrial expansion, which began with textile manufacturing along the Willimantic River's mill privileges.
The residential architecture within the district represents multiple styles, including Italianate, Second Empire, Queen Anne Victorian, Stick and Shingle designs from the 19th century.
The district boundaries include Valley, Jackson, Bolivia, Washburn, Windham, and High Streets, located north of the Main Street commercial area in Willimantic.
More than 800 contributing buildings make this district one of Connecticut's largest, with 88 percent of structures maintaining historical significance from their construction period.
Location: Connecticut
GPS coordinates: 41.32500,-72.92083
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:26
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