Property Record
332-334 MAIN ST E
Architecture and History Inventory
| Historic Name: | Shy Violet/Carousel |
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| Other Name: | Tobin Building |
| Contributing: | Yes |
| Reference Number: | 45133 |
| Location (Address): | 332-334 MAIN ST E |
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| County: | Dunn |
| City: | Menomonie |
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| Year Built: | 1907 |
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| Survey Date: | 1978 |
| Historic Use: | small retail building |
| Architectural Style: | Commercial Vernacular |
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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: | This building was once occupied by Tobin's Men's Clothing Store. It was known for selling top of the line merchandise, making it the most viable option for always looking your best. Many people who worked at the Orpheum and other theaters in Menomonie were required to look "spiffy" and would frequently shop at this store. |
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| Bibliographic References: | Menomonie Historic District Walking Tour brochure, 2015. |
| Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory, State Historic Preservation Office, Wisconsin Historical Society, Madison, Wisconsin |