323 Commercial St

Historic District Survey information for 323 Commercial St

Architectural Description: 323 Commercial St. is a 2-story, 3-bay commercial building; gable-front roof is sheathed in asphalt shingles, boxed cornice with partial return; exterior is clad in shaped wood shingles with wood corner boards and trim; building sits on a brick foundation; fenestration includes 2/2 DHS wood windows and surrounds, plate glass storefront windows; recessed primary entrance with replacement door containing porthole window in center; 1st-story cornice; exterior staircase to 2nd-story side entrance.

Historical Narrative: As per Tom Boland (1994): The structure first appears on the atlas of 1880 and was owned by E. Gayland. In 1901-1907, it was the home of Mrs. Charles Baker. In the mid-20th century, the house was converted to use as a bar on the first floor and a studio above.

Bibliography and/or References: Barnstable County Atlas., 1880. Barnstable County Atlas., 1907. Cape Cod Directory, 1901. The Extremity of Cape Cod. Map, 1836. H.F. Wallings Co. Map of Provincetown Village. Atlas, 1858. Resident Directory. W.F. Richardson & Co., 1886. Resident Directory. W.H. Hopkins, 1889.

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Commercial Street (Provincetown, Mass.), Dwellings, and Historic Districts--Massachusetts--Provincetown

 (Mass. Historical Commission Form B)