Historic Markers in Annapolis

Annapolis is a museum without walls.  For over 350 years the city has preserved its architectural and historical integrity, earning a designation as a National Historic Landmark in the 1960's.  The buildings are preserved and maintained by private citizens and the Historic Annapolis Foundation.  Colored markers issued by the HAF inform visitors about the style and period of each building.

To the left of the blue door is such a marker.

The markers used are:

Red: 18th-Century Vernacular and/or Georgian, 1715-1800 

Bronze:  Georgian Buildings of National Importance, 1730-1800 

Blue:  Federal, 1784-1840

Green:  Greek Revival, 1820-1860 

Gray:  19th/20th-Century Annapolis Vernacular, 1837-1921 

Purple:  Victorian, 1869-1901Yellow20th-Century Distinctive, 1901-1938

Dubrovnik Cat, Croatia

A medieval walled city off the Dalmatian Coast. Encircled by fortress walls, this ancient city of narrow winding streets, terracotta rooftops and medieval, Renaissance and Baroque architecture has survived invasions and earthquakes for over 8 centuries.  It is now on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites.

Walls of Dubrovnik, Croatia

Built between the 13th and 16th centuries, the walls that completely encircle the old town are over 2 km long and up to 25 meters high.  Dubrovnik is on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites.