Property Record
431 W CENTER ST
Architecture and History Inventory
Historic Name: | Richard O'Connor House |
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Contributing: | Yes |
Reference Number: | 10380 |
Location (Address): | 431 W CENTER ST |
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County: | Walworth |
City: | Whitewater |
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Year Built: | 1852 |
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Survey Date: | 1974 |
Historic Use: | house |
Architectural Style: | Early Gothic Revival |
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Wall Material: | Clapboard |
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Demolished?: | Yes |
Demolished Date: | 0 |
National/State Register Listing Name: | Main Street Historic District |
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National Register Listing Date: | 12/21/1989 |
State Register Listing Date: | 11/8/1989 |
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Additional Information: | PIERCED BARGE BOARDS IN GABLES. DRIP MOULDINGS AROUND WINDOWS. O'Connor was the father of Harry, Fred, Josephine, Virginia, and Dora. He was a druggist and bookseller. His sons continued the business after he died in 1881. He was known for his tree planting, setting sidewalks, cemetery beautification, and schools. Platner's are descendants of O'Connor and have a historic photo of the house. |
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Bibliographic References: | Bicentennial Century Home-Whitewater Register. |
Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin |