National Register of Historic Places

Christian Hill Historic District

Alton, Madison County, Illinois
Listed
May 21, 1978
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
78001165

About this property

The Christian Hill Historic District is a historic district and neighborhood in Alton, Illinois. The district is located west of Alton's central business district on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. A primarily residential area, the district includes 274 buildings, of which 266 are contributing buildings to its historic character. Development in the district began in the 1830s; in addition to residential development, the Illinois State Prison was constructed in the neighborhood in 1833. While Alton's economy declined during the Panic of 1837, development in the district continued through the early 20th century, and Christian Hill became a desirable neighborhood for Alton residents. The hill acquired its name from, Saints Peter and Paul Church, a Catholic church built in the 1850s which was the cathedral of the Diocese of Alton until the diocese moved to Springfield. The historic district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 22, 1978.

Location

Alton, Madison County, Illinois
38.89621, -90.19245

Categories

INDUSTRYHISTORIC - NON-ABORIGINALPOLITICS/GOVERNMENTARCHITECTURERELIGIONSOCIAL HISTORY
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

Alton Chapter House
Industrial
0.1 mi
Alton Gas & Electric Power House
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0.2 mi
Hotel Stratford
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0.5 mi
Guertler House
Industrial
0.6 mi
Post House
Industrial
0.7 mi

Nearby Battles

Battle of the Sink Hole
1815Early Republic
2.8 mi

Questions about this property

When was Christian Hill Historic District listed on the National Register?

Christian Hill Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 21, 1978.

What type of historic resource is Christian Hill Historic District?

Christian Hill Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Christian Hill Historic District?

The period of significance for Christian Hill Historic District is recorded as the listed era.

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