Peace College Main Building, Raleigh

Name: Peace College Main Building
Address: Raleigh, United States

#116 among attractions in Raleigh

Greek Revival architecture

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Peace College Main Building is the focal point of the Peace College campus in Raleigh, North Carolina. Built between 1859 and 1862, Main Building is located at the northern end of Wilmington Street in downtown Raleigh and is considered one of the largest antebellum buildings surviving in the city. During its early history, Main Building was used as a military hospital and offices for the Freedmen's Bureau. The building now contains offices, parlors, banquet rooms, and dormitory residences. Main Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973 and is a designated Raleigh Historic Landmark. ()

Built: 1859 (165 years ago)Coordinates: 35°47'21"N, 78°38'16"W

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Mordecai (Seaboard Person Street District)Raleigh United States

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Peace College Main Building – 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.

0.5 miS
Museum of NC's geology, flora and fauna
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh
13 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...
0.5 miS
Museum, History museum
North Carolina Museum of History, Raleigh
13 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...
0.6 miS
Stately civic site with tours and events
North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh
16 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...
0.9 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
City Market, Raleigh
24 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.
0.6 miS
Park
Wells Fargo Capitol Center, Raleigh
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Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Raleigh
16 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.
1.2 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh
32 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.
0.8 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Pour House Music Hall, Raleigh
21 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.
~1850 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Mordecai House, Raleigh
9 min walk • The Mordecai House, built in 1785, is a registered historical landmark and museum in Raleigh, North Carolina that is the centerpiece of Mordecai Historic Park, adjacent to the Historic Oakwood neighborhood.
0.6 miS
Church
Christ Church Raleigh, Raleigh
15 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.
0.4 miS
Historical place, Architecture
North Carolina Executive Mansion, Raleigh
11 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 Peace College Main Building?

Nearby attractions include Haywood Hall, Raleigh (7 min walk), Mordecai Place Historic District, Raleigh (7 min walk), Lewis-Smith House, Raleigh (7 min walk), Andrews-Duncan House, Raleigh (8 min walk).

How to get to Peace College Main Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Peace College Main Building:

Bus

Halifax St at E Peace St • Lines: 3 (2 min walk)
Peace St at Seaboard Station Dr • Lines: 12, 2, R-Line (3 min walk)

Train

Raleigh (26 min walk)