Only two blocks long, and the smallest of Lynchburg’s seven historic districts, the Pierce Street Renaissance District is the only local historic district that is more notable because of the people who lived there rather than because of the architecture of the buildings.
The Pierce Street area was first settled in the 1850s but soon became a camp during the Civil War, followed by residential development after annexation by the City in 1870. The local district, established in 2005, was expanded in 2014 to include portions of the adjoining Buchanan and Fillmore Streets and is now on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Houses.
The Pierce Street Neighborhood will be recognized as a model of Black excellence and known for its historical and cultural significance, sense of community, and positive impact on the lives of all area residents.
Pierce Street Gateway will preserve the historical significance of the Calloway Store as a cultural hub and the neighborhood. It will also attract visitors to the Pierce Street historic district by serving as an educational resource.
We will fulfill this mission by:
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Collaborating with other entities to bring information and services to the neighborhood,
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Delivering educational and developmental programs, and
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Developing programs and resources that reduce food insecurity
