National Register of Historic Places

Chelsea Parade Historic District

Norwich, New London County, Connecticut
Listed
May 11, 1989
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
88003215

About this property

The Chelsea Parade Historic District encompasses a predominantly residential area north of downtown Norwich, centered around the Chelsea Parade, a triangular public park. The area has long been a preferred residential area for the city's upper classes, and includes a catalog of architecture from the 18th to 20th centuries. It includes 565 contributing buildings, two other contributing sites, and six contributing objects over an area of 205 acres (83 ha). The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

Location

Norwich, New London County, Connecticut
41.53289, -72.08178

Categories

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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When was Chelsea Parade Historic District listed on the National Register?

Chelsea Parade Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 1989.

What type of historic resource is Chelsea Parade Historic District?

Chelsea Parade Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Chelsea Parade Historic District?

The period of significance for Chelsea Parade Historic District is recorded as the listed era.

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