Winston-Salem in Forsyth County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
West Salem Historic District
Photographed By Michael C. Wilcox, February 2, 2012
1. West Salem Historic District Marker
The West Salem Historic District recognizes West Salem's importance in the development of Salem and the growth of Winston-Salem. The neighborhood initially was settled as farms on "outlots" serving Salem during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. During the early 20th century, West Salem became associated with the industrialization of Winston-Salem and its resulting suburban expansion. The district features an impressive collection of architectural styles, from mid 19th century Greek Revival and Picturesque-influenced buildings to a large collection of Craftsman-style bungalows. West Salem's period of significance is ca. 1865-1857. In 2005 the district was listed on the National Register of Historical Places.Erected by Winston-Salem Historic Marker Program.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 2005.
Location. 36° 4.96′ N, 80° 15.03′ W. Marker is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County. Marker is at the intersection of Granville Street and Walnut Street and Washington
Photographed By Michael C. Wilcox, February 2, 2012
2. West Salem Historic District Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Loesch House Site (1789) (approx. 0.4 miles away); Tavern Smokehouse (approx. half a mile away); Salem and the "Farmer's Railroad" (approx. half a mile away); Washington's Southern Tour (approx. half a mile away); Historic Scaffold System (approx. half a mile away); Reich-Hege Lot (1830) (approx. half a mile away); Lewis Hege (1840-1918) (approx. 0.6 miles away); Reich-Hege House Site (1830-1922) (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Winston-Salem.
Photographed By Michael C. Wilcox, February 2, 2012
3. West Salem Historic District Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 24, 2021. It was originally submitted on February 3, 2012, by Michael C. Wilcox of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This page has been viewed 527 times since then and 44 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 3, 2012, by Michael C. Wilcox of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
