West End Historic District
National Register of Historic Places

West End Historic District

Decatur, Macon County, Illinois
Listed
November 27, 2002
Type
District
Period
Colonial
Ref No.
02001444

About this property

The West End Historic District is a residential historic district located in western Decatur, Illinois. The district, which was primarily built in the first half of the 20th century, includes over 1,700 contributing buildings. The West End was a popular neighborhood for Decatur's business owners and managers at its large industries, and the majority of its residents came from upper-middle class occupations; however, the district also had many working-class residents. A diverse array of architecture is featured in the district; twenty-three different architectural styles and twelve vernacular types are represented in its homes. The Dutch Colonial Revival and American Craftsman styles are the most prevalent, along with the latter's related vernacular type, the bungalow; the English Revival, Colonial Revival, Prairie School, and Georgian Revival styles also had a significant influence on the district's character. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 27, 2002.

Location

Decatur, Macon County, Illinois
39.84319, -88.98812

Categories

ARCHITECTURECOMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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1.7 mi
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Questions about this property

When was West End Historic District listed on the National Register?

West End Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 27, 2002.

What type of historic resource is West End Historic District?

West End Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for West End Historic District?

The period of significance for West End Historic District is recorded as the colonial era.

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