Pensacola's Historic North Hill

The Sol A. Levy House at 100 W. DeSoto Street
The C. A. Weis House at 105 W. Gonzalez Street
The W. H. Watson House at 611 N. Barcelona Street
The Dr. Walter C. Payne House at 1125 N Spring
The Dr. Walter C. Payne House at 1125 N Spring
The A. G. Moreno House at 116 W. Desoto Street
The William J. Forbes House at 903 N. Spring Street

The Association

The North Hill Preservation Association (NHPA) was created in 1972, and formally organized in 1974, to promote and preserve the architecturally diverse North Hill Preservation District located in Pensacola, Florida.

The District is recognized on the National Registry of Historic Places and is one of the largest residential historic districts in the State of Florida. As part of its mission, the NHPA protects the District’s standards and boundaries and promotes preservation efforts by property owners.

The Cornelia Covington Bass and Oscar Leonidas Bass House. Built 1902

The Neighborhood

The North Hill Preservation District and surrounding areas form a vibrant neighborhood. The Association helps maintain our close-knit community by welcoming new residents, organizing neighborhood events, and communicating regularly about relevant neighborhood issues.

Preservation

The National Registry of Historic Places recognizes the North Hill Preservation District as one of the nation’s historic places with structures worthy of preservation. The North Hill Preservation District is protected under Section 12-2-10 of the City of Pensacola Municipal Code and is overseen by the City of Pensacola Architectural Review Board.

Transformations

Home renovation in a historic district requires a conscious effort to maintain the home’s historical integrity. Determining appropriate paint colors, repairing damage with like or approved modern materials, and restoring architectural details that were lost in past modernizations are all things that are considered when restoring a historic home. Our North Hill property owners have undertaken research and approval processes to preserve the beauty of their homes for the enjoyment of generations to come.

He who loves an old house never loves in vain.

Isabel La Howe Conant

Upcoming Events

  • NHPA Holiday Party

    • Date: Dec 8, 2024
    • Time: 4–7 p.m.
    • Location: 1200 North Barcelona Street

    Come join your friends and neighbors for our annual NHPA Holiday Party. The gathering is for members only and will include festive decor and good food. We will be collecting unwrapped toys for the Communities Caring at Christmas. The fun begins on Sunday, 8 December, between 4 – 7 p.m. home of Cheryl & Adrian…

  • NHPA Luminary Night

    • Date: Dec 15, 2024
    • Time: 5–7 p.m.
    • Location: Alabama Square

    Come join your friends and neighbors for Luminary Night; an annual NHPA tradition with hundreds of luminaries displayed throughout Alabama Square creating a magical holiday experience. There will be holiday music, hot chocolate, marshmallows, and apple cider.  The fun begins on Sunday, 15 December, between 5 – 7 p.m. No RSVP is required. Family and…

Become a Member of the NHPA

Your membership makes North Hill a stronger neighborhood and amplifies our voice for preservation!

Annual dues and fundraising efforts enable the NHPA to hold neighborhood events, perform park improvements, address neighborhood safety issues, and bring you important communications about the District.