Greek Revival Cottage

Built in 1900, this quaint cottage acted as a boundary between residential and commercial areas of downtown Noblesville. It does not appear in the Sanborn maps until c. 1900. It’s older architectural style gives a clue that the house may have been moved from another location. The home has been razed. Location: Maple St.

First Ward School

Constructed in 1888-1889, First Ward was a grand brick school. The construction of North Elementary on the north side of First Ward signaled the demise of this grand school building. During the summer of 1967 this historic structure was brought down by a wrecking ball. Location: Harrison & N. 10th St.

Farm Bureau Co-Op Office

This gable front Greek Revival cottage, built c. 1840, served for decades as the Co-op office. The detailed, Queen Anne woodwork on the porch was noteworthy, but unfortunately the porch fell to decay and was removed over 10 years ago. In NPA’s 1995 Annual Report, it was noted that the Co-Op was seeking to demolish…

Dr. Kraft Carriage House

This large, lovely carriage house was demolished this year. The developer told NPA members that the structure was to be saved, but it was suddenly demolished with no fanfare. We’re not aware of why plans changed. A carriage house of this quality and size are extremely rare in Noblesville. This is an unfortunate loss. The…