Bank Street–Old Decatur Historic District, Decatur
Facts and practical information
The Bank Street–Old Decatur Historic District is a historic district in Decatur, Alabama. The district encompasses the original commercial and residential portion of Decatur along the Tennessee River. In 1832, Decatur was selected over the larger Huntsville as the site of the northern branch of the state bank. Bank Street became the commercial hub of the town, as it was the only place in the Tennessee Valley were riverboat, wagon, and rail transportation converged. Due to its strategic location, the town suffered heavy damage in the Civil War; the Todd House on Lafayette Street is one of only four buildings in Decatur to survive the war. As the town was rebuilding from the war, a fire in 1877 destroyed most of the buildings along Bank Street. The rebuilt structures were all of brick, and represent Italianate, Victorian, and Commercial styles popular from the late 19th to the early 20th centuries. Houses in the district are primarily modest, and styles include vernacular Victorian, Shingle-style, and Craftsman bungalows. ()
Decatur
Bank Street–Old Decatur Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Princess Theatre, Norfolk Southern Tennessee River Bridge, Delano Park, Old State Bank.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Bank Street–Old Decatur Historic District by public transport?
Bus
- Morgan County Area Transportation System (20 min walk)