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Roughly bounded by the Freeway, Menomonee Canal, Scott, 2nd, and W. VA. Sts.
Walker's Point Historic District
78000120
Roughly bounded by the Freeway, Menomonee Canal, Scott, 2nd, and W. VA. Sts.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee
Summary
Built between 1834 and 1910, this large district dates to the pioneer village of Walker's Point, now located a mile south of Milwaukee's commercial center. The district has distinct areas: 290 working class homes often in Greek Revival or Italianate style; commercial structures, Romanesque or Classically inspired areas representing many styles over a long period of development.
Property Details
| Criteria | Event,Architecture/Engineering |
|---|---|
| Area Of Significance | Architecture,Ethnic Heritage/European,Industry |
| Period of Significance | 1875-1899,1850-1874,1825-1849 |
| Architectural Style | Greek Revival,Italianate,Other |
| Architect | Multiple |
| Resource Type | District |
| Historic Use | Manufacturing Facility,School,Single Dwelling,Business |
Resources Within The Property
| Contributing Buildings | 480 |
|---|---|
| Contributing Sites | 2 |
| Contributing Structures | 0 |
| Contributing Objects | 2 |
| Non-Contributing Buildings | 22 |
| Non-Contributing Sites | 0 |
| Non-Contributing Structures | 0 |
| Non-Contributing Objects | 0 |
Designations
| Historic Status | Listed in the National Register |
|---|---|
| National Historic Landmark Listing Date | Dec 19, 1978 |
| Historic Status | Listed in the State Register |
| National Historic Landmark Listing Date | Jan 1, 1989 |
State & National Registers of Historic Places
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