Reynoldstown traces its origins to the post-Civil War era, when it was settled primarily by formerly enslaved people who worked for the neighboring railroads, including early residents Madison and Sarah Reynolds. Annexed by Atlanta in 1909, the neighborhood thrived as a tight-knit African American working-class enclave until the mid-20th century, when railroad industry declines led to economic challenges. Recognized for its historical significance, Reynoldstown was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2003, preserving its legacy amid later gentrification.
The City of Atlanta annexed Reynoldstown in 1909, and it became one of Atlanta’s earliest segregated neighborhoods during the first decades of the 20th century
This map provides a base for exploring Reynoldstown and the attributes of the neighborhood.
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