click zoom to display a high-res image
Property Location
| Location (Address) | 202 ST LAWRENCE AVE |
|---|---|
| County | Rock |
| City/Village | Janesville |
| Township | |
| Unincorporated community | |
| Town | |
| Range | |
| Direction | |
| Section | |
| Quarter Section | |
| Quarter Quarter Section |
Property Features
| Year Built | 1904 |
|---|---|
| Additions | |
| Survey Date | 1993 |
| Historic Use | house |
| Architectural Style | Neoclassical/Beaux Arts |
| Structural System | Balloon Frame |
| Wall Material | Clapboard |
| Architect | George K. Colling |
| Other Buildings On Site | |
| Demolished | No |
| Demolished Date | |
| Additional Comments |
A 'site file' exists for this property. It contains additional information such as correspondence, newspaper clippings, or historical information. It is a public record and may be viewed in person at the Wisconsin Historical Society, State Historic Preservation Office. An Italianate style frame house still exists under this Classical Revival building. The rebuilding into two spacious apartments was completed in 1904. Hiram Merrill (1829-1908) founded the gas company in Janesville and served as mayor in 1874.- The Courthouse Hill Historic District: A Guide, Janesville Historic Commission, 1997. For information on the Lovejoys see AHI #46974. CH IN THE PHOTO CODES IS SHORT FOR CHHD. " |
| Bibliographic References | The Courthouse Hill Historic District: A Guide, Janesville Historic Commission, 1990. The Courthouse Hill Historic District: A Guide, Janesville Historic Commission, 1997. |
National And State Register Of Historic Places Listings
| National/State Register Listing Name | Courthouse Hill Historic District |
|---|---|
| National Register Listing Date | Jan 17, 1986 |
| State Register Listing Date | Jan 01, 1989 |
| Contributing | Yes |
Architecture & History Inventory
The Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory (AHI) is a digital source of information on historic buildings, structures, and objects that have been surveyed by the State Historic Preservation Office in Wisconsin. Each property has a digital record providing basic information about the property and images.
Questions?
Wondering about if your property is eligible or notice some information on this property needs to be updated, reach out today!
Email UsAttribution
For a credit line: Wisconsin Historical Society, Creator, Title, Unique Identifier.
The Unique Identifier can be found at the top or bottom of the page for each item. The name of a downloaded file is NOT the unique identifier.
For bibliographic citations please consult the UW-Madison Libraries Citation Research Guide to ensure compliance with appropriate style guidelines.
Access Property Records
Some properties have more materials (correspondence, clippings, historical information, etc.) not in the digital record. If a 'Site File' exists, it's noted in the 'Additional Comments' field. Contact us for an appointment to view these materials.
