East Raleigh–South Park Historic District, Raleigh

Name: East Raleigh–South Park Historic District
Address: Raleigh, United States

#168 among attractions in Raleigh

Neighbourhood, Italianate architecture, Colonial revival architecture

East Raleigh–South Park Historic District

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Facts and practical information

The East Raleigh–South Park Historic District is the largest African-American neighborhood in Raleigh, North Carolina. The district, located south and east of downtown Raleigh, covers approximately 30 blocks and contains portions of the Smith–Haywood and St. Petersburg neighborhoods. Most homes in these neighborhoods were built between 1900 and 1940, with one-fifth dating back to the 19th century. Historic buildings in the district include Estey Hall and Leonard Hall, both located on the campus of Shaw University. The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in October 1990. ()

Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 35°46'20"N, 78°37'60"W

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Central Raleigh (South Park)Raleigh United States

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East Raleigh–South Park Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: City Market, Marbles Kids Museum, City of Raleigh Museum, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts.

~1600 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
City Market, Raleigh
8 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.
0.5 miN
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.
0.5 miNW
Museum, History museum
City of Raleigh Museum, Raleigh
14 min walk • The City of Raleigh Museum is a local history museum associated with Raleigh, North Carolina. The museum is located in the historic Briggs Hardware Building on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh and has a number of exhibits and programs that are free to the public.
~1920 ftW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
10 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.
0.4 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Pour House Music Hall, Raleigh
11 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.
~1540 ftW
Museum, History museum
Pope House Museum, Raleigh
8 min walk • The Pope House Museum, built in 1901, is a restored home once owned by Dr. Manassa Thomas Pope, a prominent African-American citizen of Raleigh, North Carolina.
0.5 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Concerts and shows
Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh
14 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.
0.5 miN
Cemetery
City Cemetery, Raleigh
13 min walk • The City Cemetery of Raleigh, also known as Old City Cemetery, was authorized in 1798 by the North Carolina General Assembly as Raleigh's first burying ground.
~1510 ftNW
35°46'32"N • 78°38'11"W
Artspace, Raleigh
8 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
0.5 miW
Convention center
Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh
12 min walk • The Raleigh Convention Center is a convention and exhibition facility in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina that opened in September 2008. The architect was Tvsdesign with the participation of local firms O'Brien/Atkins Associates and Clearscapes.
0.6 miN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
All Saints Chapel, Raleigh
15 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to East Raleigh–South Park Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Rogers-Bagley-Daniels-Pegues House, Raleigh (6 min walk), Artspace, Raleigh (8 min walk), Pope House Museum, Raleigh (8 min walk), City Market, Raleigh (8 min walk).

How to get to East Raleigh–South Park Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to East Raleigh–South Park Historic District:

Bus

Lenoir St at Bloodworth St • Lines: 22, 5 (1 min walk)
Chavis Way at E Lenior St • Lines: 13 (3 min walk)

Train

Raleigh (23 min walk)