Evergreen Hamlet

Evergreen Hamlet is a historic district in Ross Township containing four houses designed by architect Joseph W. Kerr that blend Gothic Revival and Georgian architectural styles. The buildings sit together as a planned residential grouping that shows how mid-1800s developers organized family homes.

William Shinn established this residential development in 1851 as one of the early planned communities in Allegheny County. The project emerged during a period when new approaches to organizing residential areas were taking shape in Pennsylvania.

The houses here reveal how residents of the 1800s lived, with their layout and design showing the choices people made about family living and community building. Walking through the hamlet, you can see the reflection of what mattered to families during that era in the structures they built.

The district is located in Ross Township and can be explored on foot, with all four houses visible from the street. The area is accessible from nearby accommodations and dining options, making it easy to combine a visit with exploring the surrounding region.

The Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation recognized this collection of four houses as a Pittsburgh Landmark in 1971, before it gained its National Register listing. This early recognition highlights how the site was valued by local preservationists ahead of broader historical designation.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 40.50820,-79.99420

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:07