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Fond du Lac Service Station Detail (Art Deco)
2008
The simple, abstract, geometric ornament was easily and inexpensively cast in concrete block faces.
Manawa Service Station
2008
This service station, located at 301 South Bridge Street, was built in Manawa during the late 1930s as new, more efficient station designs were constructed throughout the state.
Sturgeon Bay Service Station
2008
Since the 1930s, the busy corner on Michigan Street has been the site of a succession of gas stations that have continually evolved to reflect changes in the gas-retailing industry.
Milltown Service Station
2008
Built sometime in the mid-1930s, this unique station, located at 118 Highway 35, visually illustrates its ongoing changes and success over time as it responded to competition and evolving needs tha...
Madison — Severson's Service Station
2008
Located at 2089 Atwood Avenue, a former service station was successfully transformed into a diner — Monty's Blue Plate Diner.
Kewaunee Service Station Detail (Mobil Horse)
2008
A red and winged horse weather vane sits atop the Mobil station.
