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Alamo Theatre, Farish Street © www.farishstreetrecords.com
Farish Street Historical District
The 125-acre neighbourhood bounded by Mill Street, Amite Street,
Fortification Street and Jackson Street near downtown, known as
Farish District, is one of the few historically black districts,
built by former slaves, listed on the national register. It takes
its name from Walter Farish, a freed slave who settled on the
northeast corner of Davis and Farish Streets. The district was once
the centre of political, religious, economic, educational and
entertainment activities for the black professionals and craftsmen
who lived in the area's 700-odd buildings, most dating from between
1890 and 1930. Among the more notable buildings are 229 East Church
Street, former home of Dr Sidney Redmond, wealthy and successful
businessman, and the Farish Street Baptist Church. Renovation in
the district is ongoing and private home ownership is being
encouraged in an effort at urban renewal.
Website: www.farishstreet.com;
Telephone: (601) 949 4000
