Quinnipiac River Historic District
Quinnipiac River Historic District, Historic district in Fair Haven and Fair Haven Heights, New Haven, United States.
The district spans 313 acres along the Quinnipiac River, containing 524 buildings that showcase Greek Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne architectural designs.
The area evolved from an agricultural outpost into a maritime center after the construction of the first Grand Avenue bridge in 1790.
The district preserves numerous residential structures built by oyster dealers and mariners during the 19th century maritime trade expansion.
The Grand Avenue Swing Bridge connects both sections of the district, allowing visitors to explore architectural elements on each side of the river.
The district contains structures from 1780 to 1920, including wharves where workers processed oysters for distribution along the Atlantic Coast.
Location: Connecticut
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture, Renaissance Revival architecture
Elevation above the sea: 13 m
GPS coordinates: 41.30972,-72.88306
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:27
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