Fairfield Historic District, listed on the NRHP in Pennsylvania
Fairfield Historic District is a neighborhood in Pennsylvania with more than 100 buildings made primarily of stone and wood, dating from the late 1700s to the mid-1800s. The area covers about 170 acres and includes homes, small shops, churches, and farms featuring Greek Revival and Renaissance Revival architectural styles.
The John Miller Manor House built in 1797 marks the early origins of this settlement during America's founding era. The region also played a role during the Civil War period, with some homes serving as field hospitals after nearby battles.
The name Fairfield refers to the open, productive fields that once defined the area. Today visitors can see in the well-maintained houses and churches how generations of families lived here and shaped the community.
The district invites walking on quiet streets where you can observe architectural details like columns and broad porches. The simple street layout makes orientation easy, and good weather allows best for exploring this historic area on foot.
The Fairfield Inn is a historic hotel within the district boundaries that has served visitors for many years, making it an integral part of the town's story. Many houses preserve old photographs showing how the town grew and changed across generations.
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