National Register of Historic Places

Northeast Gainesville Residential District

Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
Listed
February 12, 1980
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
80000942

About this property

The Northeast Gainesville Residential District, also known locally as the Duckpond, is a U.S. historic district (designated as such on February 12, 1980) located in Gainesville, Florida. It encompasses approximately 1,660 acres (6.7 km2), bounded by 1st, and 9th Streets, 10th and East University Avenues. It contains 229 historic buildings. The Duckpond neighborhood was developed in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Its housing was influenced by Victorian, Mediterranean, and Colonial architecture. In April 2021, the city commission voted to demolish the Thelma A. Boltin Center, an 80-year-old community center that was in poor condition. The decision was made due to termite damage, hollow walls, and structural issues but was subsequently criticized for a lack of consultation with the community or the city's Historical Preservation Board. The neighborhood contains the childhood home of Tom Petty, who died in 2017. In 2018, the neighborhood's northern park was renamed to Tom Petty Park. Additionally, in 2019, after approval by the Florida Historical Marker Council, a state historical marker was placed in the neighborhood to honor Tom Petty. Florida's Office of Cultural and Historical Programs - Alachua County

Location

Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
29.65766, -82.32057

Categories

COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTLANDSCAPE ARCHITECTUREEXPLORATION/SETTLEMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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Nearby Battles

Battle of Gainesville (Aug 1864)
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Engagement at Gainesville
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Dickison's Raid on Gainesville (August 1864)
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0.5 mi
Battle of Gainesville Florida
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When was Northeast Gainesville Residential District listed on the National Register?

Northeast Gainesville Residential District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 12, 1980.

What type of historic resource is Northeast Gainesville Residential District?

Northeast Gainesville Residential District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

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