National Register of Historic Places

Winchester Historic District

Winchester, Scott County, Illinois
Listed
February 14, 1979
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
79000870

About this property

The Winchester Historic District is a historic district which encompasses much of the developed area of Winchester, Illinois. The district includes 438 buildings, of which 273 are contributing buildings. Winchester's historic area represents a typical small, rural county seat; its commercial development is focused around the county courthouse and town square, while low- to moderate-density residential development can be found away from the commercial center. Development in the district began in the 1830s; by the 1870s, most of the significant buildings had been completed. The district's older buildings are mainly designed in the Federal and Greek Revival styles, while its later buildings mostly have Italianate designs. The Greek Revival Presbyterian Church stands out among these traditionally-styled buildings; according to the Illinois Historic Structures Survey, it is the most exceptional Greek Revival church in any Illinois city of over 500 people. The Scott County Courthouse, a late addition to the district in 1885, has also been noted as architecturally significant, though its design does not conform to a single style. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 14, 1979.

Location

Winchester, Scott County, Illinois
39.62979, -90.45775

Categories

COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Winchester Historic District listed on the National Register?

Winchester Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 14, 1979.

What type of historic resource is Winchester Historic District?

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

What is the period of significance for Winchester Historic District?

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

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