Southport Historic District (Fairfield, Connecticut)

The Southport Historic District is a historic district encompassing the core of the village of Southport in the town of Fairfield, Connecticut. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971, the district encompasses a significant concentration of well-preserved 18th and 19th-century architecture, reflecting Southport's development as a major Connecticut port in that period.

The district is roughly bounded by Southport Harbor, the Mill River, Main Street, and Center Street. It includes a variety of building types, including residential houses, commercial buildings, churches, and civic structures. Architectural styles represented within the district include Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Queen Anne, illustrating the evolution of architectural tastes over time. Many of the buildings are representative of the wealth generated by Southport's maritime trade.

Key features of the district include the harbor itself, the Town Hall, Trinity Episcopal Church, and a number of notable residences. The district's architecture provides a tangible link to Southport's past as a bustling seaport, a role it maintained well into the 19th century. The preservation of the district contributes significantly to the overall historic character of Fairfield.