Christ Church is a wonderful and important structure in the history of Raleigh. It was consecrated in 1854 and the detached steeple was added by 1861. It was designed by notable Gothic style architect Richard Upjohn (most notable church is Trinity Church in New York City). Later additions include a sanctuary addition by Richard Upjohn’s grandson Hobart (who also designed the College of Design’s Brooks Hall at NCSU) and a wing for sunday school (on the right of the photo). Also, this is the church I spent my childhood attending. Back around 2000 there was a major renovation of the interior of the church, and it looks better than ever. Lastly, there is a weathercock at the top of the belltower that has been up there since 1861, and it’s said that after Sherman’s troops came through North Carolina, the only chicken left in Raleigh was the one on top of Christ Church.
Contact Info:
120 East Edenton Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27601
919.834.6259
http://www.christchurchraleigh.org/
also, a brief history of the church can be found here:
http://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/raleigh/chr.htm
UPDATED:
here’s a comparison - old sanctuary (pre renovation) here.
new sanctuary - here.
a few more photos are here - http://flickr.com/photos/dgmckim/
if you really want an in depth explanation of the things they changed, and why, let me know.
I can’t say I’ve ever been to Clyde Cooper’s BBQ (not a fan of BBQ), but I have a good amount of respect for a business in operation since 1938 (but only the same owner since 1988). A friend of mine works for Progress Energy and said that everyone there wanted Clyde Cooper’s to stay in the same location, despite the massive amounts of construction going on all around it. A good reason is more than likely the great food within such a short distance from work. Whatever the case for it’s continued existence, it’s a good thing to see.
Since I first moved to Raleigh, I had always wondered if the 1914 on the big building comprising a part of City Market was an address or “since” designation. I’ve posted about City Market in the rain and posted a street level view and until now, I haven’t been curious enough to look it up. In fact, the 1914 refers to the date at which it opened to provide a market for seafood, vegetables, home baked items, and other types of food:
From October 1, 1914 until the mid 1940’s the City Market flourished. Farmers from the Eastern part of the state came regularly in their trucks and horse drawn carts bringing produce, poultry, seafood and flowers. Home baked goods were also a favorite among Raleigh city wives. On Saturdays you would find farmers gathered at the Market and in Moore Square (known as the “the Grove”) visiting and picnicking with their family and friends.
With the advent of supermarkets and the opening of a new Farmers Market off Capital Boulevard in 1957, the old City Market no longer satisfied the need of Raleigh households so in June of 1957 the City Council adopted a resolution to close it. In 1959 the building was sold to an individual who leased it to a furniture store.
In 1980, the City Council secured a grant from the North Carolina Division of Archives & History to study the architectural resources surrounding Moore Square. As a result, the City Market was recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. The City then began work to rehabilitate the Market and nearby buildings.
Today City Market is square in the middle of downtown Raleigh’s explosive growth of nightlife. Filled with plenty of bars and restaurants, there are also many niche and spelcialty stores.
Wilmington Street is likely the most photographed street on this blog. For a similar but much lower altitude perspective, check out my post last month of the Wilmington Street cityscape.
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Of all the bars/clubs in Raleigh, the bartenders at White Collar Crime are definitely the most talented. I tended bar for more than two years, and I was no where close to where these folks are in terms of talent and experience. Even though every spot of the bar was filled with people, they don’t keep you waiting long for your next drink.
In addition to being extremely attentive, they are also skilled at
flair, meaning they are good at juggling/balancing/flipping liquor bottles, bar tools, etc. during the course of preparing a cocktail for a guest. There aren’t many of these in Raleigh, but White Collar Crime has almost an entire staff skilled at this art.
The bartenders here are more than service workers tending guests, they are a performance that blended in seamlessly with the DJ and the crowd. While in sync with various buildups/breakdowns of dance tracks, they will throw a stack of napkins in to the air, or blow fireballs against the wall. It is really quite a performance.
319 W Davie St
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 828-0055
Get directions
This was the first time I’d ever been to white collar crime, and I must say I sorely regret not having been sooner. This place is certainly something out of the ordinary, and worth checking out if you are looking for a high energy night with great music and a fantastic vibe. The building itself has always intrigued me, as it has served as something else long ago, and you can see the history in the walls and windows. Outside is the unique identifier–the unmistakable blue thumbprint (sadly not pictured).
From the permorming artist bartenders on staff, to random bursts of napkins exploding in the air, a consistently packed crowd, to outdoor seating, and great DJs–this place has it all. This was probably one of the most memorable spots covered for this blog. The author votes it the best club in Raleigh.
Every Wednesday you get to be the DJ–bring in your iPod with 5 tracks ready or use theirs loaded with 30,000.
319 W Davie St
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 828-0055
Get directions
This image is looking on the same street, but in a different direction as an image from the post titled More Views From The Sheraton. Taken near/on the roof of the Sheriff’s Office/Wake County Jail.
I was around the Wilmington Street area, and suddenly heard British accents reverberating off the brick buildings that surround it. Turns out I stumbled on the Harry Potter movie playing as part of the Moore Square Movies. I knew the movies were playing again this year, but I didn’t think they started until June. Check out The Raleigh Connoisseur for the full event listing (which doesn’t have Harry Potter listed).
