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Elsinore Arch
A landmark on Gilbert Ave, in the middle of things: 56 places within a five-minute walk. One of 359 history & landmarks in Cincinnati.
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On the National Register since 1980
Elsinore Arch
Elsinore Arch was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Mar 3, 1980. It is significant for its architecture at the state level. Its architecture is described as Hannaford, Charles.
Elsinore Arch (also known as Elsinore Tower) is a registered historic structure in Cincinnati, Ohio, listed in the National Register on March 3, 1980. The building, at Gilbert Avenue and Elsinore Place, was constructed in 1883 for the Cincinnati Water Works. It's said to be inspired by the Elsinore Castle (Kronborg) featured in Hamlet.
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The nearest neighbor is Eden Park, 1 min walk away.
Address1700 Gilbert Ave · 45202
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NeighborhoodWalnut Hills
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1700 Gilbert Ave
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Some place details from Overture Maps (CDLA-Permissive-2.0). Changes go live once a second neighbor confirms them. Building history: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places.