Carver Village Historic District

Carver Village Historic District is a residential neighborhood in Savannah with over 500 buildings, including houses and churches, that stretches between West Gwinnett Street to the north and Blun Avenue to the south. The structures display mid-20th century residential architecture styles and form a coherent collection of housing types and community facilities.

The neighborhood was established in 1948 to provide housing for African American military members and veterans during the era of residential segregation in Savannah. This founding represented an important moment when a separate community was created for a group that had faced housing restrictions in other areas of the city.

The district honors George Washington Carver through its name and the stories embedded in its architecture and street layout. Walking through the neighborhood, you can see how this community reflects the identity and legacy of those who built and shaped it over generations.

The neighborhood is freely accessible and can be explored on foot, with streets and sidewalks suitable for self-guided walking tours. It is best to visit during daylight hours to see the buildings clearly and to understand how the district is laid out and organized.

The district gained its National Register of Historic Places recognition in January 2019, completing a seven-year application and review process. This makes it a relatively recent addition to the register despite the neighborhood's buildings and layout dating back over seven decades.

Location: Savannah

GPS coordinates: 32.07111,-81.12639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14