Elm Street Historic District

Elm Street Historic District is a residential area in Northampton containing roughly 139 buildings that spread across a mile along two main streets. The homes display different building styles from multiple centuries, ranging from colonial structures to more modern constructions.

The area received its first land grants between 1659 and 1661, followed by steady development especially during the 1800s and early 1900s. Most surviving buildings date from this period of active growth.

The Clarke School for the Deaf and Smith College have shaped the district since their establishment in the 1860s and 1870s with educational purpose. These institutions influence how the neighborhood feels and functions for those who live and study there.

The district sits along Massachusetts Route 9, making access and navigation straightforward. Walking along the two main streets gives a good overview of the whole area.

Buildings display design features from colonial times through the modern era, including Second Empire, Queen Anne, and Italianate elements. This mix makes the district a survey of how American residential architecture evolved.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 42.32030,-72.64110

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:26