[2] There are several houses in the district of Gothic Revival style, probably following designs from pattern books of architect Andrew Jackson Downing.

[2]: 17  The Trinity Episcopal Church is the only building in the district designed by an architect of national standing, namely Henry C.

[2]: 18  Many of the homes in the area were built by the Tariff Manufacturing Company, which opened a carpet mill along the Farmington River, and needed housing for workers.

The commercial blocks, religious structures, and publicly owned buildings, together with the many 19th-century houses and their outbuildings, tell the story of the community's development into the 20th century with integrity and few intrusions.

[2]: 20  The historic district excludes newer development around West Point Terrace and Hayes Road, as well as properties along White Water Turn, Wooster Road, and Main Street Extension.