Blairstown Historic District

Blairstown Historic District is a collection of Renaissance Revival buildings spread across several streets in Warren County, dating from 1880 to 1900. The area includes residential homes, commercial structures, and public buildings designed by prominent architects of the period.

The district developed after the railroad arrived in the 1830s and was named in 1839 for railroad industrialist John I. Blair. The building boom in the following decades created the collection of structures visible today, reflecting the railroad's importance to the town's growth.

The district served as a center for education and local enterprise, with its buildings reflecting how residents lived and worked during the late 1800s. The structures show the community's connection to the railroad industry and its role in shaping daily life.

The best way to explore the area is on foot along the main streets and side roads to see all the buildings in detail. Local information sources have maps and details that help you understand the architecture and history more deeply.

Two renowned architects, Charles Graham and Addison Hutton, shaped the district's appearance with their different design approaches, creating a mix of Italianate and Queen Anne styles. This architectural variety shows the taste and ambitions of the local elite during that era.

Location: Blairstown

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 40.98306,-74.95972

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15