William A. Curtis House, Raleigh

#187 among attractions in Raleigh

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William A. Curtis House, also known as Villa Florenza, is a historic home located at Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina. It was built about 1915, and is a two-story, three bay wide, Late Victorian-style frame dwelling with a pyramidal roof. It has a full-height pedimented wing and one-story rear kitchen ell. It features a one-story wraparound porch. It was home to a prominent African-American family. ()

Built: 1915 (109 years ago)Coordinates: 35°46'50"N, 78°37'39"W

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North Central (Oakwood)Raleigh United States

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William A. Curtis House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, North Carolina Museum of History, North Carolina State Capitol, City Market.

0.7 miW
Museum of NC's geology, flora and fauna
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh
18 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...
0.6 miW
Museum, History museum
North Carolina Museum of History, Raleigh
16 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...
0.7 miW
Stately civic site with tours and events
North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh
17 min walk • The North Carolina State Capitol, a stately building nestled in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, stands as a testament to the state's rich history and architectural heritage. Constructed in 1840, this Greek Revival-style structure once housed the entire state...
0.6 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
City Market, Raleigh
15 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.
0.6 miW
Park
Wells Fargo Capitol Center, Raleigh
17 min walk • Wells Fargo Capitol Center is a 30-story 121.92 m skyscraper at 150 Fayetteville Street in Raleigh, North Carolina with 544,482 square feet of space.
0.5 miW
Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
Marbles Kids Museum, Raleigh
13 min walk • Marbles Kids Museum is a nonprofit children's museum located in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina in the Moore Square Historic District.
0.9 miSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
25 min walk • Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts is the main venue for the performing arts in Raleigh, North Carolina. The naming rights to the center currently are held by Duke Energy, which purchased them from the city in 2005 for a 20-year term at the cost of $7.5 million.
0.6 miSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Pour House Music Hall, Raleigh
15 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.
0.6 miW
Church
Christ Church Raleigh, Raleigh
15 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.
0.5 miW
Historical place, Architecture
North Carolina Executive Mansion, Raleigh
13 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.
1 miSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Concerts and shows
Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh
26 min walk • The Red Hat Amphitheater is an amphitheatre in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is adjacent to the Raleigh Convention Center. The Raleigh Amphitheater books acts through an agreement with Live Nation, and is owned and operated by the City of Raleigh.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to William A. Curtis House?

Nearby attractions include City Cemetery, Raleigh (7 min walk), All Saints Chapel, Raleigh (8 min walk), Historic Oakwood, Raleigh (9 min walk), Marshall-Harris-Richardson House, Raleigh (11 min walk).

How to get to William A. Curtis House by public transport?

The nearest stations to William A. Curtis House:

Bus

New Bern Ave at S Swain St • Lines: 15 (3 min walk)
E Edenton St at Ray St • Lines: 15 (4 min walk)

Train

Raleigh (30 min walk)