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2001-2003 N Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Dr (AKA 2001-2003 N 3RD ST) | Property Record | Wisconsin Historical Society

Property Record

2001-2003 N Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Dr (AKA 2001-2003 N 3RD ST)

Architecture and History Inventory
2001-2003 N Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Dr (AKA 2001-2003 N 3RD ST) | Property Record | Wisconsin Historical Society
NAMES
Historic Name:F.C.P. Building
Other Name:Desk Exchange
Contributing: Yes
Reference Number:108765
PROPERTY LOCATION
Location (Address):2001-2003 N Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Dr (AKA 2001-2003 N 3RD ST)
County:Milwaukee
City:Milwaukee
Township/Village:
Unincorporated Community:
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PROPERTY FEATURES
Year Built:1888
Additions:
Survey Date:1982
Historic Use:small retail building
Architectural Style:Queen Anne
Structural System:
Wall Material:Brick
Architect: H. Messmer
Other Buildings On Site:
Demolished?:No
Demolished Date:
NATIONAL AND STATE REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
National/State Register Listing Name: North Third Street Historic District
National Register Listing Date:8/2/1984
State Register Listing Date:1/1/1989
National Register Multiple Property Name:Multiple Resources of N. 3rd St. - Brewers' Hill
NOTES
Additional Information:Builder was Maur. This two story masonry commercial structure is typical of the highly stylized and three dimensional facades created by architect Messmer. A corner faceted turret is capped with a mansard roof. Three large double hung windows form the rest of the upper facade, with the north window set off by pilasters and a highly detailed pediment. A simple cornice and a good deal of decorative detail completes the picture. The storefront has been substantially altered; only the north storefront pier and recessed doorway remain largely intact. Excellent example of a brick block of this date in nearly original condition.
Bibliographic References:Building plaque. City of Milwaukee survey form 6/79. Permit. National Register Nomination Form.
RECORD LOCATION
Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin

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