South Wedge Historic District, Rochester

Name: South Wedge Historic District
Address: Rochester, United States

#175 among attractions in Rochester

Neighbourhood, Italianate architecture

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South Wedge Historic District is a national historic district and neighborhood located in southeast Rochester, Monroe County, New York. The district encompasses 434 contributing buildings in a predominantly residential section of Rochester. The district includes a variety of residential buildings built primarily between the 1840s and 1920s, and consists mainly of two-story detached houses built as single-family or two-family residences. The architecture is primarily vernacular with a few examples of high-style Italianate and Queen Anne style residences. Located in the district are the separately listed Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church and Nazareth House. Other notable buildings include the St. Boniface Church complex, the former School 13, the former School 28, and former Engine Company No. 8. ()

Coordinates: 43°8'36"N, 77°36'14"W

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Southeast Rochester (South Wedge)Rochester United States

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South Wedge Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Toy Hall of Fame, Blue Cross Arena, The Strong National Museum of Play, Frederick Douglass Monument.

0.7 miN
Museum
National Toy Hall of Fame, Rochester
17 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...
0.8 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Blue Cross Arena, Rochester
21 min walk • Blue Cross Arena, also known as the War Memorial, is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Rochester, New York. For hockey and lacrosse, its seating capacity is 11,215. The arena opened on October 18, 1955, as the Rochester Community War Memorial.
0.7 miN
Museum, Children's museum, History museum
The Strong National Museum of Play, Rochester
17 min walk • The Strong National Museum of Play is part of The Strong in Rochester, New York, United States.
0.8 miS
Memorial
Frederick Douglass Monument, Rochester
21 min walk • A statue of Frederick Douglass sculpted by Sidney W. Edwards, sometimes called the Frederick Douglass Monument, was installed in Rochester, New York in 1899 after it was commissioned by the African-American activist John W. Thompson.
0.9 miN
Nightlife, Cinema
Little Theatre, Rochester
24 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.
0.8 miS
Park
Highland Park, Rochester
20 min walk • Highland Park, also known as Highland Botanical Park, is an arboretum in Rochester, New York, United States. Its administrative office is located at 171 Reservoir Avenue in Rochester.
0.6 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Geva Theatre Center, Rochester
17 min walk • Geva Theatre Center is a regional, not-for-profit, professional theatre company based in Rochester, New York. It is housed in an 1868 building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, located in Rochester at 75 Woodbury Boulevard.
0.6 miNW
Bridge
Frederick Douglass–Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge, Rochester
16 min walk • The Frederick Douglass–Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge is a triple steel arch bridge carrying Interstate 490 over the Genesee River and New York State Route 383 in downtown Rochester, New York. The bridge, officially completed on June 18, 2007, replaced a 50-year-old multi-girder bridge situated in the same location.
0.7 miN
Park
Washington Square Park, Rochester
18 min walk • Washington Square Park is an urban park in Rochester, New York. It contains the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, erected in 1892.
0.7 miW
Church
Immaculate Conception Church, Rochester
18 min walk • Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church Complex is a historic Roman Catholic church complex located at Rochester in Monroe County, New York. The complex consists of five buildings: the church, former rectory, the former parochial school, the current rectory, and garage.
0.7 miN
Church, Cemetery
St. Mary's Church, Rochester
18 min walk • St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church and Rectory are located in downtown Rochester, New York. St. Mary's Parish was created in 1834 as Rochester's second Roman Catholic parish, after St. Patrick's Parish.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to South Wedge Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church, Rochester (7 min walk), Linden–South Historic District, Rochester (9 min walk), Frederick Douglass–Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge, Rochester (16 min walk), Mount Hope–Highland Historic District, Rochester (17 min walk).

How to get to South Wedge Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to South Wedge Historic District:

Bus

FlixBus Rochester • Lines: 2686 (22 min walk)
RTS Transit Center (27 min walk)