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Summary
Water Street Historic District
Water Street roughly between Fourth and Fifth avenues
Eau Claire, Eau Claire County
Dates of Construction of contributing buildings: 1882-1885
The Water Street Historic District is a distinct, compact commercial area located along the north side of the Chippewa River directly across from the main campus of the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. Approximately one block in length, the District developed around a steamboat landing in the 1850s and originally included a working-class mix of retail and trade businesses. Often referred to as Eau Claire's "other downtown," this district is situated about one mile downstream from the central business zone in downtown Eau Claire. Today, the economic vitality of the Water Street district is due primarily to the proximity of the university community.
The hallmark of the Water Street Historic District is the High Victorian Gothic style Pioneer Block (1882) at 401-407 Water Street. This ornate, two-story, red brick commercial block of four contiguous storefronts anchors the east end of the District and is the most recognizable of its buildings.
Currently, the Water Street Historic District features a mix of specialty retail and service shops and contemporary dining and beverage establishments.
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Designations
State & National Registers of Historic Places
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401-409 Water St.
80000134
Located in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County
409-417 Galloway Street
07001084
Located in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County
2-28 S Barstow St, 206-316 Eau Claire St (north side), 8 S Farwell St
07001047
Located in Eau Claire, Eau Claire County
Generally bounded by the 100 through 400 blocks of East Mill Street
16000421
Located in Plymouth, Sheboygan County
