Property Record
105 MAIN ST E
Architecture and History Inventory
| Historic Name: | Johnson Block |
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| Other Name: | Stevenson's Store |
| Contributing: | Yes |
| Reference Number: | 44575 |
| Location (Address): | 105 MAIN ST E |
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| County: | Dunn |
| City: | Menomonie |
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| Year Built: | 1889 |
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| Survey Date: | 1978 |
| Historic Use: | large retail building |
| Architectural Style: | Italianate |
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| Wall Material: | Brick |
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| Demolished?: | No |
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| National/State Register Listing Name: | Menomonie Downtown Historic District |
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| National Register Listing Date: | 7/14/1986 |
| State Register Listing Date: | 1/1/1989 |
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| Additional Information: | A.H. Johnson came to the United States from Norway in 1866. After making his way to the Menomonie area, he began working in a mill located in Downsville, Wisconsin. After an accident dismembered his left hand, he found work as a clerk with the Knapp, Stout & Co., Company. This work allowed him to build the Johnson Block, which became one of the largest general stores in northwest Wisconsin. Known as a good man to his employees and patrons, Johnson held many activities for his clerks, including picnics and softball games. |
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| Bibliographic References: | Menomonie Historic District Walking District, brochure, 2015. |
| Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin |