NEIGHBOURHOODS:
THE SPIRES
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The spires
Just the facts
Main strip: Centre Street for easy touring
Founded: 1800s
Architecture: Romanesque Revival, Gothic Revival
Neighborhood giant: Princess Avenue Playhouse for its live theatre and concerts
Little Free Library: 146 Centre Street
Where to mingle with locals: Talbot Street
The vibe
Named for the impressive collection of historic church steeples that puncture the skyline, The Spires is home to some of the most striking architectural heritage in St. Thomas. A stroll through this tranquil district reveals grand places of worship built during the city’s late 19th-century boom, surrounded by quiet residential streets filled with beautifully preserved period homes. It's a peaceful, inspiring neighbourhood made for admiring craftsmanship and history from every angle.
Main strip: Centre Street for easy touring
Founded: 1800s
Architecture: Romanesque Revival, Gothic Revival
Neighborhood giant: Princess Avenue Playhouse for its live theatre and concerts
Little Free Library: 146 Centre Street
Where to mingle with locals: Talbot Street
The vibe
Named for the impressive collection of historic church steeples that puncture the skyline, The Spires is home to some of the most striking architectural heritage in St. Thomas. A stroll through this tranquil district reveals grand places of worship built during the city’s late 19th-century boom, surrounded by quiet residential streets filled with beautifully preserved period homes. It's a peaceful, inspiring neighbourhood made for admiring craftsmanship and history from every angle.
