As Buford flourished, so did its architecture. The steady growth of local economics gave rise to many superb residential structures in a wide variety of styles. One can see landmarks in the Queen Anne Victorian, Greek Revival, Italian
Renaissance, Georgian Revival,
Colonial Revival, Baronial Revival, Arts
& Crafts and Mission styles. Within the
historic residential area the landscape
is littered with many Victorian cottages,
mission bungalows, and period mill
houses, many of which have been
restored. The families that built these
homes were closely tied to the leather
industry and economic impact from
the related businesses. The most prolific
of these families were Bona Allen and
his children. Around the turn of the
century his children were coming of age
and establishing their own households
and gave Buford some of its most
outstanding landmarks along Main
Street. A self-guided walking tour is the
best way to see these homes, and a guide
is provided at the Museum of Buford at
no charge. You may also download a
map by clicking here.