Lewis-Smith House, Raleigh

Name: Lewis-Smith House
Address: Raleigh, United States

#113 among attractions in Raleigh

Greek Revival architecture

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Lewis-Smith House is a historic home located at Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina. It was built between 1854 and 1856, and is a two-story, three bay, Greek Revival-style frame dwelling with a low hipped roof and Italianate-style brackets. It features a two-tier pedimented entrance portico, with paired Doric order columns at the first level and well-detailed Ionic order ones at the second. Two-story, demi-octagonal projecting bays were added to the sides in the early-20th century. ()

Built: 1854 (170 years ago)Coordinates: 35°47'8"N, 78°38'8"W

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North Central (Downtown Raleigh)Raleigh United States

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Lewis-Smith 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.

~1690 ftSW
Museum of NC's geology, flora and fauna
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh
9 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...
~1600 ftSW
Museum, History museum
North Carolina Museum of History, Raleigh
8 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...
0.4 miSW
Stately civic site with tours and events
North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh
11 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...
0.7 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
City Market, Raleigh
17 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.
0.4 miSW
Park
Wells Fargo Capitol Center, Raleigh
11 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 miS
Museum, Children's museum, Science museum
Marbles Kids Museum, Raleigh
12 min walk • Marbles Kids Museum is a nonprofit children's museum located in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina in the Moore Square Historic District.
0.5 miSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Raleigh
13 min walk • Sacred Heart Church is a Catholic church located on Hillsborough Street in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. The church served as the cathedral of the Diocese of Raleigh from 1924 to 2017.
1 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
27 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 miS
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.
~1830 ftS
Church
Christ Church Raleigh, Raleigh
9 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.
~910 ftS
Historical place, Architecture
North Carolina Executive Mansion, Raleigh
5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lewis-Smith House?

Nearby attractions include Andrews-Duncan House, Raleigh (2 min walk), Haywood Hall, Raleigh (4 min walk), North Carolina Executive Mansion, Raleigh (5 min walk), Peace College Main Building, Raleigh (7 min walk).

How to get to Lewis-Smith House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lewis-Smith House:

Bus

Blount Street & Polk Street • Lines: 1 (2 min walk)
E Lane St at N Blount St • Lines: 10 (4 min walk)

Train

Raleigh (23 min walk)