GOTHIC REVIVAL STYLE, ca. 1850 - ca. 1880 The Gothic Revival style was influenced by the formal Gothic designs and forms of Europe. This style was
especially popular for churches and civic buildings, however, it was also used to a limited degree for
dwellings. This style is characterized by the use of pointed Gothic arches for window and doors. Roofs are
steeply pitched and windows are often decorated with hood molding. Bay windows are common as is eave
decoration and attached millwork. Other examples of this style are found at 306 N. Spring Street and 373 Park
Street.
