VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS
Explore The Neighborhoods Of Stoughton
There is a buzz about the town of Stoughton. Everywhere you go, whether you're shopping downtown or going hiking on the trails at Virgin Lake Trail, the people of Stoughton make you feel welcomed and right at home. Explore the abundant city by viewing each of the neighborhoods that make Stoughton the amazing place it is.
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The Stoughton Neighborhoods
Main Street District
The Stoughton Main Street Historical district is the downtown area of the city. Most of the buildings were constructed 150 years ago!
- Home to The Stoughton Opera House & City Hall
- The Badger Theater (now known as the Stoughton Village Players Theater) was touted as “nearly fire-proof” when built, as it is made of steel, brick, cement, and tile.
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East Side Historic District
The East Side Historic District in Stoughton rests on the south of the bend of the Yahara River.
- 80 Homes built between 1890-1915
- 25 acres
- Many residents were employed in wagon factories, tobacco warehouses or worked on the railroad
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NorthWest Side Historic District
The Northwest Side Historic District is an attractive neighborhood that has retained its historic charm. The large, historic homes make up an approximate 18 block area.
- 300 Homes
- Most homes were built during the city's "Golden Age"
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Southwest side Historic District
Today, the Southwest Side district is an approximately twenty block area between South Monroe, South Page, Oak and Main streets. A true testament to the city’s past building traditions as well as the present interest in neighborhood conservation.
- 120 Homes
- At least 8 homes in this neighborhood are attributed to a single builder: John J. Homestad - and he likely built more!
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East Park Historic District
The origin of the East Park Historic Disctrict was in 1879 when the original local residents formed the Stoughton Fair Association.
- 19 Homes
- Homes are 'Bungalow' style
- The first Stoughton fair was held in 1879 (the same year Eat Park originated)
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