Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District, State College

Name: Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District
Address: State College, United States

#23 among attractions in State College

Neighbourhood, Tudor Revival architecture, Colonial revival architecture

Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District

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Facts and practical information

Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District is a national historic district located at State College, Centre County, Pennsylvania. The district includes 727 contributing buildings in two residential areas of State College; Holmes–Foster and the Highlands. The district reflects the growth and development of State College as an emerging college town. The houses are largely wood frame and reflect a number of popular early-20th-century architectural styles including Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, and Bungalow. Non-residential buildings include two schools, three churches, a few shops, and the high school football stadium, Memorial Field. Located in the district is the separately listed Camelot. ()

Coordinates: 40°47'31"N, 77°51'39"W

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Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bryce Jordan Center, Penn State Golf Courses, Pegula Ice Arena, Rec Hall.

1.2 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Bryce Jordan Center, State College
31 min walk • The Bryce Jordan Center is a 15,261-seat multi-purpose arena in University Park, Pennsylvania, United States, on the University Park campus of the Pennsylvania State University.
1.1 miW
Golf, Outdoor activities
Penn State Golf Courses, State College
29 min walk • The Penn State Golf Courses are two 18-hole courses located in State College, Pennsylvania, USA, operated by The Pennsylvania State University. The individual 18-hole courses are named after the school colors.
1.1 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Pegula Ice Arena, State College
28 min walk • The Pegula Ice Arena is a 6,014-seat multi-purpose arena in University Park, Pennsylvania on the campus of Penn State University. The facility is located on the corner of Curtin Road and University Drive near the Bryce Jordan Center.
0.5 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Rec Hall, State College
13 min walk • Recreation Building, or Rec Hall as it is more commonly known, is a field house located on the University Park campus of the Pennsylvania State University. It was opened on January 15, 1929, and is still in use.
0.7 miN
Concerts and shows, Auditorium, Theater
Eisenhower Auditorium, State College
18 min walk • Eisenhower Auditorium is Pennsylvania State University's largest performing arts venue. Located centrally on the University Park campus, Eisenhower Auditorium hosts more than 200 plays, musicals, concerts, lectures, and commencements annually.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Palmer Museum of Art, State College
16 min walk • The Palmer Museum of Art is the art museum of Pennsylvania State University, located on the University Park campus in State College, Pennsylvania.
0.8 miN
Museum
Frost Entomological Museum, State College
20 min walk • The Frost Entomological Museum is an active research institution, associated with the Pennsylvania State University's flagship campus in University Park, PA. The museum houses a research collection, estimated at 1.3 million arthropod specimens, and a public exhibition and educational space.
1.4 miNE
Museum, Historical place
Centre Furnace Mansion House, State College
36 min walk • The Centre Furnace Mansion, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the headquarters of the Centre County Historical Society, located in State College, PA.
~760 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Cinema
State Theatre, State College
4 min walk • The State Theatre is a 554-seat non-profit community theatre in State College, Pennsylvania. It currently operates as one of the cultural hubs of music, cinema, and live performances for downtown State College and the Centre County region.
1.4 miNE
40°48'24"N • 77°50'33"W
Centre County Historical Society, State College
36 min walk • Museum, History museum
~1230 ftNW
40°47'41"N • 77°51'48"W
Penn State Alumni Association, State College
6 min walk • Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Schlow Centre Region Library, State College (3 min walk), The Makery, State College (4 min walk), State College Borough Municipal Building, State College (4 min walk), State Theatre, State College (4 min walk).

How to get to Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Holmes–Foster–Highlands Historic District:

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South Burrowes Street at Calder Way • Lines: F, K, S (4 min walk)
South Burrowes Street at the James Elliott Building • Lines: B, C, Hm, Hu, P, Wl, Xb, Xg (4 min walk)