Roy Trading Post | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

Photograph

Roy Trading Post

Roy Trading Post | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
Exterior view of the Roy trading post, built in about 1857.
DESCRIPTION
Exterior view of the Roy trading post, built in about 1857.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:38149
Creation Date:circa 1930
Creator Name:Unknown
City:Superior
County:Douglas
State:Wisconsin
Collection Name:Place File*
Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:negative, original
Original Format Number:(W635)19513
Original Dimensions:7 x 5 inches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The trading post was owned by Vincent Roy. The Roy family was prominent in the early history of the Superior area. The father, Frank Roy, and the sons, Vincent and Peter, signed the 1854 treaty.
SUBJECTS
Deterioration
Facades
Outdoor photography
Cities and towns
General stores
Storefronts

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