910 West Main Street

Edwin F. Aydlett, Jr. House
(former) Sisters of

Index #135.

1914-23

Contributing

Large eclectic 2-story yellow brick house displays hint of Renaissance Revival style in the boldly arched dormer and simple arched openings first story. Balanced by asymmetrical 5-bay façade. Tall hip roof. Stylish Craftsman windows. Uncovered terrace extends across front. Businessman Aydlett lost house during Depression; acquired in 1936 by Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh and maintained until 1960s as convent for the Sisters of St. Dominic, who taught at the parochial school of nearby St. Elizabeth Catholic Church (#145).