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Sights & Sounds
Activities & Interests
Linville Historic District
The town of Linville, North Carolina, has long been a resort community. Visitors can see the careful planning that went into its development by taking a stroll through the Linville Historic District, which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
In 1883, the town was carefully planned and laid out foursquare, with streets and parks thoughtfully incorporated into the design. Hugh MacRae, son of one of the original partners, prevailed upon his childhood friend, architect Henry Bacon, to design Strathsheil Cottage for his brother, Donald MacRae. Bacon later won acclaim as the designer of the Lincoln Memorial.
The Linville Historic District includes a number of Bacon's designs, including three other private residences and All Saints Episcopal Church. Bacon's designs incorporated local materials, primarily the chestnut-bark shingle which he used as siding. Bacon is also known for using lattice-work of logs in porches and recessed under windows. The Linville golf course was designed by Donald Ross.
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Location
The Town of Linville, NC is located about 4 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 305 on NC 181. It is about 18 miles southeast of Boone.
For more information, contact:
Avery Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce
800-972-2183
