Norburn Terrace, Raleigh

#188 among attractions in Raleigh

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Norburn Terrace is a historic home located at Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina. It was built about 1898, and is a two-story, three bay, "T"-shaped, Late Victorian style brick dwelling. It features an octagonal tower with a spire roof and decorative porch with a spindle frieze and turned balusters. It was the home of Herbert E. Norris, a prominent Wake County attorney and politician. ()

Built: 1898 (126 years ago)Coordinates: 35°47'38"N, 78°37'47"W

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Mordecai (East Mordecai)Raleigh United States

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Day trips

Norburn Terrace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, North Carolina Museum of History, City Market, The Pour House Music Hall.

1 miSW
Museum of NC's geology, flora and fauna
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh
25 min walk • The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, nestled in the heart of Raleigh, stands as a beacon of knowledge and a celebration of the Earth's biological and geological diversity. This prestigious institution is not only the largest natural history museum in the...
1 miSW
Museum, History museum
North Carolina Museum of History, Raleigh
25 min walk • The North Carolina Museum of History, nestled in the heart of Raleigh, stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of the state's past. This museum offers visitors an immersive journey through the diverse narratives that have shaped North Carolina from its early...
1.3 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
City Market, Raleigh
33 min walk • City Market in Raleigh is a market located in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. It was founded in October, 1914. It became known as a historic place when Raleigh City Council secured a grant from the North Carolina Division of Archives & History to study the architectural resources surrounding Moore Square, in 1980.
1.2 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Pour House Music Hall, Raleigh
32 min walk • The Pour House Music Hall is a music venue located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Pour House was opened in 1997 by Eric Mullen but eventually changed hands in 2012 to current owner Adam Lindstaedt.
~1150 ftSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Mordecai House, Raleigh
6 min walk • The Mordecai House, built in 1785, is a registered historical landmark and museum in Raleigh, North Carolina that is the centerpiece of Mordecai Historic Park, adjacent to the Historic Oakwood neighborhood.
1 miSW
Church
Christ Church Raleigh, Raleigh
26 min walk • Christ Episcopal Church, also known as Christ Church on Capitol Square, is an Episcopal church at 120 East Edenton Street in Raleigh, North Carolina. Built in 1848–53 to a design by Richard Upjohn, it is one of the first Gothic Revival churches in the American South.
0.8 miSW
Historical place, Architecture
North Carolina Executive Mansion, Raleigh
21 min walk • The North Carolina Executive Mansion is the official residence of the governor of North Carolina and their family. Building began in the year 1883 and it was designed by architects Samuel Sloan and A.G. Bauer. The first occupants, Governor Daniel G.
0.5 miSE
Reportedly haunted, Cemetery
Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh
14 min walk • Historic Oakwood Cemetery was founded in 1869 in North Carolina's capital, Raleigh, near the North Carolina State Capitol in the city's Historic Oakwood neighborhood.
0.4 miSE
35°47'27"N • 78°37'26"W
Oakwood Dog Park, Raleigh
10 min walk • Park, Playground
0.9 miS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
All Saints Chapel, Raleigh
24 min walk • All Saints Chapel is a historic Episcopal chapel in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. It is a wedding venue and was formerly the home of the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd.
0.7 miSE
Neighbourhood, Victorian architecture, Neoclassical architecture
Historic Oakwood, Raleigh
19 min walk • Historic Oakwood is a neighborhood in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, on the National Register of Historic Places, and known for its Historic Oakwood Cemetery, its many Victorian houses and its location close to the Mordecai Plantation Manor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Norburn Terrace?

Nearby attractions include Mary Elizabeth Hospital, Raleigh (4 min walk), Mordecai House, Raleigh (6 min walk), Mordecai Place Historic District, Raleigh (9 min walk), Oakwood Dog Park, Raleigh (10 min walk).

How to get to Norburn Terrace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Norburn Terrace:

Bus

Glascock St at Watauga St • Lines: 3 (2 min walk)
Wake Forest Road & Poplar Street • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)

Train

Raleigh (39 min walk)