Washington-Guadalupe is a neighborhood of central

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, located just south of

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. It is one of San Jose's most historic

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districts. The area is a designated historic conservation district. The portion of Willow Street that passes through the district makes up the Calle Willow business district, made up primarily of

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businesses.

History

The Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Church was built in 1920, in a

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style. Washington-Guadalupe is designated by the city as a historic conservation area, owing to the high number of historic 19th and early 20th century architecture.

Geography

Washington-Guadalupe is located in Central San Jose, just south of

.SCC: Guadalupe-Washington Neighborhood Profile 2016
/ref> The Guadalupe River Park goes along the western border of the neighborhood. Plaza Brenda López is located within the district.

Landmarks

*Sacred Heart Catholic Church *Sobrato Center

References

External links

Guadalupe-Washington Neighborhood Association

City of San Jose Neighborhood Boundaries Map
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