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Property Location
| Location (Address) | 440 W WISCONSIN AVE |
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| County | Milwaukee |
| City/Village | Milwaukee |
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Property Features
| Year Built | 1891 |
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| Survey Date | 1984 |
| Historic Use | large office building |
| Architectural Style | Romanesque Revival |
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| Wall Material | Brick |
| Architect | Ferry And Clas |
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| Demolished | Yes |
| Demolished Date | 1996 |
| Additional Comments |
Max Neff was the builder. Good example of late nineteenth century commercial building inspired by Reniassance Revival. Important to the architectural character of Wisconsin Ave. between the Milwaukee River and Ninth Street. Demolished prior to 2010 |
| Bibliographic References | MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL 5/20/1996. Permit. Milwaukee City Directories 1892-1895. |
National And State Register Of Historic Places Listings
| National/State Register Listing Name | Not Listed |
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MECHANIC ST, 75 FEET N OF MILWAUKEE ST, E SIDE
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Located in Albany, Green County
