Intersection of Colonial Avenue and Mowbray Arch Norfolk VA

1902

At intersection of Colonial Avenue and Mowbray Arch are two great Norfolk homes still standing as of October 2013.  The house on the left (203 Colonial Avenue) was built in 1902.  The house on the right (442 Mowbray Arch) was built from 1891 to 1892.

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McCullough Wharf Norfok Virginia

1895

McCullough Wharf was located along the Elizabeth River.  In the center background is former Norfolk City Hall and Courthouse.  On the left side is the City Market Armory.  On the right is the Haddington Building.  Around 1905 this canal was filled in became part of today's City Hall Avenue.


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Norfolk College For Young Ladies

1895

The Norfolk College For Young Ladies was build in 1880.  The building later become the Hotel Lee.  In 1983 it was destroyed by fire.


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Atlantic Hotel (second) Downtown Norfolk VA

1895

The second Atlantic Hotel was located on the corner of Granby Street and Main Street.  The hotel was build in 1868 and burnt down on January 31, 1902.


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Norfolk Virginia City Hall 1938

1938
 

2009

This landmark was built in 1900 for the US Post Office and Federal District Court.  During 1937 it was bought by the City of Norfolk to house many city administrative office.  Today it is being redeveloped for new life a the Norfolk Public Library system's main branch.

Norfolk City Hall and Courthouse Building 1926

1926

2009

Built during the 1850's this building served as Norfolk City Hall and Courthouse.  It ended its run as City Hall during 1937.  Today it is home to the General Douglas MacArthur Memorial.

Colonial Avenue in the Ghent Area of Norfolk

1902

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