Property Record
322 WATER ST
Architecture and History Inventory
| Historic Name: | Hutchinson's Saddlery |
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| Other Name: | The Joynt |
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| Reference Number: | 41882 |
| Location (Address): | 322 WATER ST |
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| County: | Eau Claire |
| City: | Eau Claire |
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| Year Built: | 1869 |
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| Survey Date: | 1997 |
| Historic Use: | small retail building |
| Architectural Style: | Italianate |
| Structural System: | Brick |
| Wall Material: | Brick |
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| Demolished?: | No |
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| National/State Register Listing Name: | Not listed |
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| Additional Information: | 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, Division of Historic Preservation-Public History. A two story brick veneered commercial structure distinguished by projecting brick patterns at the cornice line, and, on the second floor, by three segmental arched bays, accented by brick window caps. On the ground floor the storefront area is still visible although much of it has been covered with wood siding. Of special note are the iron pillars made by the Phoenix Manufacturing Co. of Eau Claire (Forest and Wisconsin Streets, 4L/7). 2016- "Originally constructed in 1869, this building was occupied by a variety of businesses in the early years including a saddllery and harness making business, automobile tire business, women's clothing shop, used furniture store, and a meat market. Purchased by George W. Farrell in 1945, the building was converted into a tavern, which it continues to be today. the building was eventually purchased by William "Bill" Nolte, in 1973, after which it became known as the Joynt. From 1974-1990, the Joynt offered live music to audiences. Nolte was able to book five to twelve live music performances a year, picking up nationally know acts that were traveling betweeen the Twin Cities and Milwaukee/Madison/Chicago." -"Eau Claire Landmarks: Designated Historic Properties in Eau Claire, Wisconsin", Eau Claire Landmarks Commission, P.O. Box 5148, 2016. The 1884 map lists a "saddlery" as being the building's occupant. According to the 1884 city directory, the saddlery referred to was operated by Melissa and Thomas Hutchenson who also lived in the building. The Hutchinsins (a spelling variation) and their harness making establishment are also listed in the 1908 directory at this address. 1997 survey update-altered storefront windows; new entry door; colored glass transom; recessed entrance retained. |
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| Bibliographic References: | (A) 1885, 1889, 1897 Sanborn-Perris Maps. (B) 1884, 1908 Eau Claire City Directories. |
| Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin |