Means Street Historic District

Means Street Historic District is a neighborhood with buildings from the late 1800s and early 1900s that show different building styles. The area contains both residential and commercial structures that stand side by side and define the character of the place.

The neighborhood developed during Atlanta's growth period in the late 1800s as the city expanded outward. The buildings were later protected as a historic district to preserve this phase of the city's development.

The street and its buildings show how everyday life in Atlanta changed over time. People use the area today as both a residential and commercial zone, which makes the blend of old and new visible.

The district can be explored on foot and allows visitors to see the buildings from the outside and the street itself. It is helpful to walk slowly and observe the different building styles on the facades to notice the differences between the periods.

The district shows how old buildings are still used today and adapt to modern needs. This balance between preservation and active living makes it feel like a neighborhood rather than a museum.