Property Record
5000 W NATIONAL AVE
Architecture and History Inventory
| Historic Name: | QUARTERMASTER'S QUARTERS |
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| Other Name: | BUILDING 38 |
| Contributing: | Yes |
| Reference Number: | 27226 |
| Location (Address): | 5000 W NATIONAL AVE |
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| County: | Milwaukee |
| City: | Milwaukee |
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| Year Built: | 1886 |
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| Survey Date: | 1986 |
| Historic Use: | duplex |
| Architectural Style: | Queen Anne |
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| Wall Material: | Clapboard |
| Architect: | MATZKE |
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| Demolished?: | Yes |
| Demolished Date: | 1986 |
| National/State Register Listing Name: | Not listed |
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| Additional Information: | A 'site file' (Building 38 & 47) 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, Division of Historic Preservation. HABS WI-303-A. HABS WI-323. WAS THE STAFF QUARTERS ORIGINALLY. Survey number HABS WI-303-A. Significance: Building 38 is a two story duplex with an attic and full basement. This residence as well as all the residences in the Historic District were for the Northwest Branch National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers indicative of a complete self-contained community. In addition, they are an example of the life style of the top staff at that time. Military concept of staff housing was reflected in this quarters. The size of the quarters building, that of a multiple bedroom structure demonstrates a family size dwelling. Accordingly, they are an example of residential rather than institutional construction. The building had been used as a residence for its duration for government employees until November 1, 1977. It was originally the Treasurer's Quarters and Quartermaster's Quarters. It later became the Chief Clerk's Quarters. In 1952 it was occupied by the Assistant Manager. |
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| Bibliographic References: | https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/wi0805.photos.33/ |
| Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin |