Northside, Syracuse
The Northside is a neighborhood in the city of
The Northside of Syracuse is a neighborhood rich in history and culture. Settled primarily by German-Americans in the 19th century, the Northside soon became home to other new Americans. Once popularly identified as Little Italy, the neighborhoods cultural landmarks such as Assumption Church and the annual Columbus Day Parade speak to a lingering celebration of the population’s Italian origins. In the 21st century, the neighborhood has become home to many nations, representing a diverse array of language, culture and ethnicities. New Americans from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Sudan, Somalia, Bhurma, Nepal, Bhutan, Vietnam and Eastern Europe come together to make the neighborhood a vibrant and pluralistic area.[1]
Notable sites
- Open Hand Theater
- Schiller Park
- North Salina Street Historic District
- Little Italy Business District
- Washington Square Park
Revitalization efforts
Like many
Multiple neighborhood residents, businesses, and organizations have been active in revitalization efforts for the neighborhood. These efforts have included garnering support and opportunity for local artists,[2] initiatives to improve the building stock, and improvements in housing options, to name a few.[3] St. Joseph’s Hospital, the neighborhood’s largest economic institution, is furthering the positive growth and development of the Northside. In 2009, St. Joseph's Hospital broke ground on a $220 Million expansion.[4]
References
- ^ "Central New York sure loves to have a good time". 31 July 2009.
- ^ "Art project puts huge photos around Syracuse's North Side". 3 March 2009.
- ^ "St. Joe's to Unveil North Side Housing". 15 January 2008.
- ^ "News Archive ::: St. Joseph's Hospital". www.sjhsyr.org. Archived from the original on 2011-07-20.
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