Franklin Historic District, PA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member vhasler
N 41° 23.845 W 079° 49.655
17T E 598008 N 4583538
Historic district of Franklin was mostly constructed during the oil boom days of the late 19th century.
Waymark Code: WMG38E
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 01/07/2013
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
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The historical district is roughly defined as being bounded by Miller Ave., Otter, 8th, Buffalo, and 16th Streets (see map in gallery), thus the heart of Franklin, Pennsylvania. The coordinates are for the striking designed courthouse. The homes and businesses are of Queen Anne Victorian, Federal, and Greek Revival architecture. The application claims 380 contributing buildings to the historical district.
Street address:
Franklin, PA USA


County / Borough / Parish: Venango County

Year listed: 1984

Historic (Areas of) Significance: Industry; Architecture

Periods of significance: 1900-1924; 1875-1899; 1850-1874; 1825-1849; 1925-1949

Historic function: Single dwelling; Business

Current function: Single dwelling; Business

Privately owned?: yes

Primary Web Site: [Web Link]

Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]

Secondary Website 2: [Web Link]

Season start / Season finish: Not listed

Hours of operation: Not listed

National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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