Livingston Avenue Historic District, Historic district in New Brunswick, United States.
Livingston Avenue Historic District runs along Livingston Avenue between Hale and Morris Streets in New Brunswick, New Jersey, covering 32 acres. It holds 58 contributing buildings and two contributing sites, among them Willow Grove Cemetery, the Henry Guest House and the New Brunswick Free Public Library. The John B. Drury House dates to around 1888.
The neighborhood developed from 1870 to 1929 as wealthy families built their homes here and made the street a respectable place for the middle class. It received recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996, honoring its importance to local history.
The avenue displays buildings in various styles such as Victorian and Queen Anne that shape the neighborhood's character. This mix of architectural tastes reflects how the wealth and preferences of residents evolved over several decades.
The district runs along Livingston Avenue between Hale and Morris Streets, covering 32 acres; walking the avenue lets you see the 58 contributing buildings and two contributing sites. The New Brunswick Free Public Library and Willow Grove Cemetery are among the sites within the district boundaries.
The district's 58 contributing buildings and two contributing sites include the John B. Drury House, built around 1888, and the New Brunswick Free Public Library. The Henry Guest House and Willow Grove Cemetery are also counted among the listed resources.
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