East Avenue Historic District, Rochester

Name: East Avenue Historic District
Address: Rochester, United States

#160 among attractions in Rochester

Neighbourhood, Italianate architecture

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East Avenue Historic District, Rochester

Facts and practical information

East Avenue Historic District is a national historic district located at Rochester in Monroe County, New York. The district consists of a series of large 19th and early 20th century homes, houses of worship, meeting houses, and museums. It contains approximately 700 structures. Notable structures in the district include the Hiram W. Sibley House, home of Hiram Sibley; Edward E. Boynton House, Rochester's only work by Frank Lloyd Wright; the Culver House, moved to its present site in 1906; and the Strong-Todd House, once occupied by Henry A. Strong. ()

Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 43°9'9"N, 77°34'51"W

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Southeast Rochester (East Avenue)Rochester United States

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Day trips

East Avenue Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Memorial Art Gallery, National Toy Hall of Fame, George Eastman Museum, Cobbs Hill Reservoir.

0.5 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester
13 min walk • Nestled in the cultural heart of Rochester, New York, the Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) stands as a beacon of art and history in the upstate region. This museum, an affiliate of the University of Rochester, is renowned for its comprehensive collection that spans over...
1 miW
Museum
National Toy Hall of Fame, Rochester
27 min walk • The National Toy Hall of Fame, nestled within the vibrant city of Rochester, New York, is a whimsical destination that celebrates the timeless joy of play. Established in 1998, this museum is a tribute to classic toys and games that have captured the hearts of children...
~350 ftNE
Museum of photos and film in 1905 mansion
George Eastman Museum, Rochester
2 min walk • The George Eastman Museum, the world's oldest museum dedicated to photography and one of the world's oldest film archives, opened to the public in 1949 in Rochester, New York.
1 miSE
Hiking, Trail, Hiking trail
Cobbs Hill Reservoir, Rochester
25 min walk • Cobbs Hill Reservoir is a reservoir located in Cobbs Hill Park in Rochester, New York, United States. The reservoir is used to supply drinking water to the city of Rochester.
0.7 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Theater
Main Street Armory, Rochester
19 min walk • The Main Street Armory is a multi-purpose arena located at 900 East Main Street in Rochester, New York. The Armory was built in 1905 by the United States Army and used for the training and processing of soldiers.
1 miW
Museum, Children's museum, History museum
The Strong National Museum of Play, Rochester
27 min walk • The Strong National Museum of Play is part of The Strong in Rochester, New York, United States.
0.9 miW
Nightlife, Cinema
Little Theatre, Rochester
23 min walk • The Little Theatre in Rochester, New York, commonly known as "The Little" is a movie theatre located on historic East Avenue in downtown Rochester, New York and a modest non-profit multiplex specializing in art film, including independent and foreign productions outside the United States.
1 miNW
43°9'55"N • 77°35'20"W
Rochester Public Market, Rochester
25 min walk • Shopping, Flea market, Farmer's market
~1750 ftW
Museum, History museum, Science museum
Rochester Museum and Science Center, Rochester
9 min walk • The Rochester Museum & Science Center is a museum in Rochester, New York, dedicated to community education in science, technology and local history. The museum also operates the Strasenburgh Planetarium, located next to the museum, and the Cumming Nature Center, a 900-acre nature preserve near Naples, New York.
0.5 miW
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Rochester Zen Center, Rochester
12 min walk • The Rochester Zen Center is a Sōtō and Rinzai Zen Buddhist sangha in the Kapleau lineage, located in Rochester, New York and established in 1966 by Philip Kapleau. It is one of the oldest Zen centers in the United States.
1.1 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Eastman Theatre, Rochester
28 min walk • Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre is the largest performance venue at the Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester, located in downtown Rochester, New York.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to East Avenue Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Dryden Theatre, Rochester (1 min walk), George Eastman Museum, Rochester (2 min walk), Asbury First United Methodist Church, Rochester (6 min walk), Strasenburgh Planetarium, Rochester (8 min walk).

How to get to East Avenue Historic District by public transport?

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Bus

FlixBus Rochester • Lines: 2686 (28 min walk)