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The Mansions of Howard Street, Kirkwood, Atlanta

Howard Street starts here. You should find something you like on Howard Street.


Believe me. Kirkwood isn't on the way to anywhere that folks go these days unless you live nearby. It's a shame. One of string of neighborhoods north and south of the railroad between Atlanta and Decatur, it used to be independent city, one of the areas first streetcar suburbs. It's been around the block a few times.
"By 1910 streetcars provided express service to and from Atlanta three times daily, and street cars continued service along some streets including Kirkwood Road until the early 1950’s. " - Kirkwood Neighbors' Organization
Unless you are really trying, you'll never see wonderful Howard Street. Here is what you do. From Decatur, or Agnes Scott, from the East Lake Marta Station, wherever, head west on College Avenue until you see this beautiful building. That's Howard Street, turn left.
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Let's ride.
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This was until recently a funeral home. Perhaps a mansion before. You have to see this in person.
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New? Probably an old one refurbished.
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Something a bit different.
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This one has the details...
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Serious gingerbread on Howard Street.
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On the come back.
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Two superb churches, one brick
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and one stone.
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There is more to see in Kirkwood.

P.S. Thanks, double thanks and triple thanks to James at Limestone and Boxwoods for blogging today about one of my favorite houses in "Ride-by: A Charming Italian City House"