Architectural History And Building Styles
GREEK REVIVAL (1830-1870)
The Greek Revival style was inspired by the classic beauty of ancient Greek temples. Buildings of this style are generally balanced and symmetrical. Most Greek Revival buildings have a covered entry porch or “portico” that is composed of a row of columns topped by a horizontal decorative band called a “frieze”, with a triangular “pediment” at the gable. This style was particularly popular at the time of the Civil War.