Petersburg Historic District (Petersburg, Tennessee)

The Petersburg Historic District is a historic district encompassing a significant portion of the town of Petersburg in Lincoln County, Tennessee. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

The district is notable for its well-preserved collection of late 19th and early 20th century commercial and residential architecture, reflecting the town's prosperity as an agricultural trading center. Predominant architectural styles include Italianate, Queen Anne, and various vernacular interpretations of these styles. The buildings within the district showcase the historical development of Petersburg and its importance in the local economy.

Key features of the district include the central commercial area along Main Street, characterized by brick buildings that housed businesses vital to the agricultural community. Residential areas adjacent to the commercial core display a range of house sizes and architectural details, representing the diverse socioeconomic strata of Petersburg during its peak period.

The Petersburg Historic District offers a valuable insight into the architectural and economic history of a small Tennessee town that served as a hub for the surrounding agricultural region. Its preservation contributes to the understanding of small-town life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the Southern United States.