North Ghent, Norfolk, Virginia Explained

North Ghent
Nrhp Type:hd
Nocat:yes
Designated Other1:Virginia Landmarks Register
Designated Other1 Date:July 11, 2001[1]
Designated Other1 Number:122-0827
Designated Other1 Num Position:bottom
Coordinates:36.8625°N -76.2981°W
Architect:John R. Graham, John Kevan, et al.
Architecture:Greek Revival, Queen Anne, et al.
Added:July 11, 2001
Refnum:01000693

The North Ghent Historic District is a national historic district located at Norfolk, Virginia. It encompasses 322 contributing buildings in a primarily residential section of Norfolk. It developed primarily between 1897 and 1912 as a northward extension ofGhent. The neighborhood includes notable examples of a variety of architectural styles including the Greek Revival and Queen Anne styles. Notable non-residential buildings include the First Presbyterian Church, Ohef Sholom Temple, and Ghent Methodist Church (1921). Located in the district is the separately listed Christ and St. Luke's Church.[2]

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Virginia Landmarks Register. Virginia Department of Historic Resources. 19 March 2013.
  2. Web site: National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: North Ghent. Laura V. Trieschmann and Christopher V. Novelli. April 2001. Virginia Department of Historic Resources. and Accompanying photo and Accompanying map