Abbott-Downing Neighborhood Association

Why are we called Abbott-Downing?

HISTORY OF THE ABBOTT-DOWNING NEIGHBORHOOD

The Abbott-Downing Neighborhood is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. With it's close proximity to downtown, this neighborhood served as residence for workers of the instrial trade that was prominent in the 19th century. One of the most successful industries located on the west side of South Main Street, just south of Perley Street, was the Abbott-Downing Company, maker of the famous Concord Stagecoaches.

The neighborhood was primarily residential based on the needs for housing of workers in the nearby Abbott-Downing Company. Homes that still reside in the neighborhood today were mostly built in the mid to late 1800s. Architectural styles most common in the neighborhood include Queen Anne, Italiante, Greek Revival, Gothic Revival, Colonial Revival, and Second Empire. Today, the Abbott-Downing Neighborhood is the proud home to a diverse group of residents from all walks of life.