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Mansion Row Arch Booklet c 'Xgren <M. ~ 1895 S~ !i'.mbrose ~ J!4. 52001 The modern history of this area began in 1673 when Louis Joliet and Father Marquette discovered the Upper Mississippi Valley, including what is now the site of Dubuque. In 1690 Nicholas Perrot began to tap rich lead deposits here and taught the Miami Indians how to mine the ore. Julien Dubuque, for whom the city was named, settled in thearea to mine lead and trap furs in 1788. Following the Louisiana Purchase, President Jefferson sent Lt. Zebulon Pike to explore the Mississippi to its source. In doing so, he stopped and conferred with Dubuque in 1805. Dubuque died here in 1810, after which the land re- mained under complete Indian control until the Blackhawk War of 1832. Westward expansion of the I 820s had brought many settlers to the Midwest and in 1833 the west side of the River was opened to them. The town was founded as a mining community and the developing steamboat commerce brought more settlers and prosperity. In 1837 the territorial govern- ment of Wisconsin permitted the village to incor- porate and a city charter was adopted in 1841. Eventually, lead mining began to decline and agriculture to flourish. Flour and grist mills prospered, the railroads connected Dubuque to the rest of the country, the lumber industry expanded rapidly and Dubuque was on its way to becoming the "Key City" of the 3-state area. Dubuque has expanded from an area of one square mile to sixteen square miles. Today the city is blessed with many diversified industries such as meat- packing, millwork, plumbing goods, farm equipment, fine furniture, electronic equipment, and a con- siderable number of small "feeder" industries. The city retains much of the charm and character of the 19th century and many citizens are vitally con- cerned with preserving the historic landmarks which link the old with the new. ~ Cornice -, Bracket Frieze Dentils 1) 1â lÛl ^ n ~ ~ m Mansard Roof and Dormers Second Empire Style j :JUUUL ~ rr@O.A~ D,:lVD II. @ @Il LJ~ @ 8~ '. If :1,[ "I! @ ~ ~ ; ~ -1 IZIh s,,~, @ ~[]~~ 0~[], ~L ~ @UI::\ "'1::\ 0 = @S\!.l \V - 0l10"1h lOs"'" I 0 UlkIOJJ~"" ~ r--l r--l r--- r--- Ornamental Dripstone or "Eyebrow" of Carved stone. Palladian window Gable with Barge Board and Gothic Arch ... ~ ~ ~ Romanesque Arch "Bull's,Eye" window with Tracery Oriel or slanted bay May also be square The original settlers of Dubuque were huddled between First and Seventh Streets from the bluffs to the river. Fourth Street was the dividing line between the Irisb and German people, each of whom adhered to their own ethnic traditions. They did not associate witb each other, but did mix with other ethnic groups in business and politics. Lead mining was the first industry, soon lumbering, milling, meat packing, and other ventures developed. A number of men became wealthy and it behooved them to establish homes indicative of their social status. Natural growth oc- curred on Bluff, Locust and Main Streets north of Seventh. By the end of the Civil War era many of the ethnic pre- judices seem to have dispersed and the neighborhood became more of a "melting pot." "Mansion Row" became to Dubuque what Knob Hill was to San Francisco. An aura of that grandeur prevails today, despite conversion of some homes to apartments or commercial use and replace- ment with modern structures or demolition for parking lots. 1. 1199 MAIN 51. Luke's Methodist Church Built in 1896 of Bedford Limestone, this Richardsonian- Romanesque building was designed by George Kramer. All windows are Tiffany Favrile glass; the frieze "The Singing Children" around the chancel is an exact replica of a Luca della Robia design; Italian marble, brass communion rail, a mosaic of Christ and the IS-ton hand operated McShane chimes are other cherished treasures of this building. The Methodists built the first church in Iowa in 1834-a log cabin in Washington Park in Dubuque-which was used by other denominations and as a school and courthouse. This Methodist congregation has been continuously active from its inception to the present day. 2, ]172 MAIN This pre-I 900 high style late Georgian example of a town house was built by George R. Burden, prominent developer of the 1870s. The structure is unusual, featuring large stone belt courses at each floor level and the large bay ascending from ground level to the top floor. Dentils, brackets, and the interesting entrance enhance the building, which was built as an apartment house. 3. 1100-1500 MAIN The "Bissell Block" is a superb example of a Second Empire row house, built in 1876, the addition on the north was added in 1880. It contains 18 housing units. The heavy carved dripstones with keystones are outstanding. Ezekiel Bissell was a prominent attorney, State Senator and real estate developer. This type of rowhouse was common in Dubuque which once boasted having more rowhouses than any other city in the midwest. The original settlers of Dubuque were huddled between First and Seventh Streets from the bluffs to the river. Fourth Street was the dividing line between the Irish and German people, each of whom adhered to their own ethnic traditions. They did not associate with each other, but did mix with other ethnic groups in business and politics. Lead mining was the first industry, soon lumbering, milling, meat packing, and other ventures developed. A number of men became wealthy and it behooved them to establish homes indicative of their social status, Natural growth oc- curred on Bluff, Locust and Main Streets north of Seventh, By the end of the Civil War era many of the ethnic pre- judices seem to have dispersed and the neighborhood became more of a "melting pot." "Mansion Row" became to Dubuque what Knob Hill was to San Francisco. An aura of that grandeur prevails today, despite conversion of some homes to apartments or commercial use and replace- ment with modern structures or demolition for parking lots. L 1199 MAIN 51. Luke's Methodist Church Built in 1896 of Bedford Limestone, this Richardsonian- Romanesque building was designed by George Kramer. All windows are Tiffany Favrile glass; the frieze "The Singing Children" around the chancel is an exact replica of a Luca della Robia design; Italian marble, brass communion rail, a mosaic of Christ and the IS-ton hand operated McShane chimes are other cherished treasures of this building. The Methodists built the first church in Iowa in 1834-a log cabin in Washington Park in Dubuque-which was used by other denominations and as a school and courthouse. This Methodist congregation has been continuously active from its inception to the present day, 2, 1172 MAIN This pre-I 900 high style late Georgian example of a town house was built by George R, Burden, prominent developer of the 1870s. The structure is unusual, featuring large stone belt courses at each floor level and the large bay ascending from ground level to the top floor. Dentils, brackets, and the interesting entrance enhance the building, which was built as an apartment house. 3. 1100,1500 MAIN The "Bissell Block" is a superb example of a Second Empire rowhouse, built in 1876, the addition on the north was added in 1880. It contains 18 housing units. The heavy carved dripstones with keystones are outstanding, Ezekiel Bissell was a prominent attorney, State Senator and real estate developer. This type of rowhouse was common in Dubuque which once boasted having more rowhouses than any other city in the midwest. 4. 1000 MAIN Modern day renovation has altered the original character of many buildings, both commercial and residential. This 1894 strueture was built by a realty firm for rental purposes. The first occupant was the Richard Herrman Furniture retail outlet, with the third floor being devoted to Masonic activities, and later used as a public dance hall. When the Dubuque Electric Company, later absorbed by the In- terstate Power Company, occupied the building in 1924, the interior was completely remodeled and the third floor converted into a staff lounge, one of the first large firms to be concerned about the welfare of its workers. 5, 255 W, TENTH STREET First Congregational Church Built in 1857, designed by David Jones, this is a sample of high Victorian Gothic architecture. The rose window is 13 feet in diameter and the largest in the city. An ornate cap on the tower was removed some years ago. The original bell rang all night until it cracked when Lee surrendered at Appomatox. Until World War II, all pews were rented to parishioners and the church still has, but does not use, the velvet collection bags on long sticks, which originated with the New England Pilgrims, progenitors of Congrega- tionalism. 6. TENTH & BLUFF Lyons House The Lyons House was built shortly after the Civil War by CoLD.E. Lyon, who was the U.S. Collector of Revenue at Dubuque and later an attorney. Two crouching stone lions which graced the original porch are in storage at the present time and will hopefully be restored to their original location. 7. ]005 & 1025,37 LOCUST The dormers on this home are interesting. The one at the right witb the arched window and pitched gable is an ex- tension of the roof line, The rounded dormer to the left features ornate cut work and pillars, while the large dormer on the south resembles a Greek temple witll pediments, Note that the bays are also dissimilar. This grand house was the home and office of Dr. James Guthrie, an 1884 graduate of Medicine at the University of Iowa. He attained such prominence in this profession that in 1889 he was elected chair of the Physiology Department at his Alma Mater, succeeding in 1898 to the chair of Gynecology, then in 1902 to the Dean of the College of Medicine. The 4-story row house next door comprises three individual houses. Details, however, are uniform throughout. Note the brackets and the unusual projecting hoods over the dormer windows of each floor. Attempts at modernization have detraeted from the charm of the building. 4. ]000 MAIN Modern day renovation has altered the original character of many buildings, both commercial and residential. This 1894 structure was built by a realty firm for rental purposes. The first occupant was the Richard Herrman Furniture retail outlet, with the third floor being devoted to Masonic activities, and later used as a public dance hall. When the Dubuque Electric Company, later absorbed by the In- terstate Power Company, occupied the building in 1924, the interior was completely remodeled and the third floor converted into a staff lounge, one of the first large firms to be concerned about the welfare of its workers. 5. 255 W. TENTH STREET First Congregational Church Built in 1857, designed by David Jones, this is a sample of high Victorian Gothic architecture. The rose window is 13 feet in diameter and the largest in the city. An ornate cap on the tower was removed some years ago. The original bell rang all night until it cracked when Lee surrendered at Appomatox. Until World War II, all pews were rented to parishioners and the church still has, but does not use, the velvet collection bags on long sticks, which originated with the New England Pilgrims, progenitors of Congrega- tionalism. 6. TENTH & BLUFF Lyons House The Lyons House was built shortly after the Civil War by Col. D.E. Lyon, who was the U.S. Collector of Revenue at Dubuque and later an attorney. Two crouching stone lions which graced the original porch are in storage at the present time and will hopefully be restored to their original location. 7. ]005 & 1025,37 LOCUST The dormers on this home are interesting. The one at the right with the arched window and pitched gable is an ex- tension of the roof line. The rounded dormer to the left features ornate cut work and pillars, while the large dormer on the south resembles a Greek temple with pediments. Note that the bays are also dissimilar. This grand house was the home and office of Dr. James Guthrie, an 1884 graduate of Medicine at the University of Iowa. He attained such prominence in this profession that in 1889 he was elected chair of the Physiology Department at his Alma Mater, succeeding in 1898 to the chair of Gynecology, then in 1902 to the Dean of the College of Medicine. The 4'story row house next door comprises three individual houses. Details, however, are uniform throughout. Note the brackets and the unusual projecting hoods over the dormer windows of each floor. Attempts at modernization have detracted from the charm of the building. 8, CARNEGIE,STOUT PUBLIC LIBRARY INRHPJ 11th & Bluff The library, built in 190 I was designed by Williamson and Spencer of Chicago in the Neo-Classical Revivalist or Classical Beaux-Arts style at a time when more marble was being used in the United States for construction than was ever used in the history of the Roman Empire. Andrew Carnegie donated $60,000. the Stout family the land, valued at $20,000 and the Young Men's Literary Society, $15,000, The north and west sides are built of Indiana Bed- ford limestone. The Corinthian portico is modeled after that of the Pantheon in Rome and supported by fluted col- umns, The interior is elaborate with classical plaster den- tieulation, ornate copper railing and light fixtures, marble flooring and varnished white oak woodwork. An elaborate center rotunda with a 13 foot diameter light well in the dome facilitates circulation in the building. There are eight Corinthian columns with frieze and cornice ornamentation on the second floor of the rotunda. A new addition to the east was constructed in 1979-80 for expansion purposes. 9, 1108,1134 LOCUST The "O'Brien Block" is a different style of row house. In- stead of being built as one large composite, there are in- dividual units in basically similar style with a common wall serving each two units. 1132 Locust was the home of the noted Senator William Boyd Allison who was influential nationally during his 46 years in the U.S. Congress. Most of these are in the Federal style and were built in the mid- l850s. 10. 1105 LOCUST Stout lIouse This is the only Richardsonian Romancsque house in the city, the style having greater adap' tability Ii" puhlic buildings. It was designed by John Srencer and constructed in 1890-91 by F,D, Stout of Red Minnesota sandstone. the arched windows heingtypicalofthestyle.Leaded glass windows, mahogany and rosewood interior trim, onyx columns supporting double doors, bathroom fixtures of German silver are some of the outstanding features. The Stouts were a wealthy lumber family. The Archdiocese of Dubuque purchased the home in 1911 and it served as the residence of the Archbishop until recently when it was sold to a private concern and converted into a "bed and breakfast" inn. 11. 1145 LOCUST Built in 1892 by H.L Stout for his daughter, Fanny, It is the most elaborate example of Queen Anne architecture in the city and cannot be described in simple terms. It is a frenzy of Greek Revival. Gothic. Romanesque. Oriental and Richardsonian. capped by a Byzantine tower' Fridolin Heer, designer of the Courthouse and many other buildings in the area. was the architect. Note the molded cornices, elaborate frieze on the porches, geometrical brick work of the chimney, slate roof on dome. and leaded glass windows, 8, CARNEGIE-STOUT PUBLIC LIBRARY INRHP! 11th & Bluff built in 190 I was designed by Williamson and Chicago in the Neo,Classical Revivalist or Beaux Arts style at a time when more marble was being used in the United States for construction than was ever used in the history of the Roman Empire, Andrew Carnegie donated $60,000, the Stout family the land. valued at $20,000 and the Young Men's Literary Society, $15,000, The north and west sides are built of Indiana Bed- ford limestone. The Corinthian portico is modeled after that of the Pantheon in Rome and supported by fluted col- umns, The interior is elaborate with classical plaster den- ticulation, ornate copper railing and light fixtures, marble flooring and varnished white oak woodwork. An elaborate center rotunda with a 13 foot diameter light well in the dome facilitates circulation in the building, There are eight Corinthian columns with frieze and cornice ornamentation on the second floor of the rotunda. A new addition to the east was constructed in 1979-80 for expansion purposes, The 9, 1108,1134 LOCUST The "O'Brien Block" is a different style of row house. In- stead of being built as one large composite. there are in- dividual units in basically similar style with a eommon wall serving each two units. 1132 Locust was the home of the noted Senator William Boyd Allison who was influential nationally during his 46 years in the U.S. Congress. Most of these are in the Federal style and were built in the mid- l850s. 1tI, 11tI5 LOCUST Stout House This is the only Richardsol1lan Romanesquc house in the city, the style having greater adap tability I(¡r public buildings. It was designed by John Spencer and constructed in l890,9Jby ¡.',D, Stout of Red Minnesota sandstone, the arched windows being typical ofthestyk, Leaded glass windnws, mahogany and rosewood interior trim, onyx columns supporting doubk doors, bathroom fixtures of German silver are some of the outstanding features, The Stouts were a wealthy lumher family The Archdiocese of Dubuque purchased the home m 1911 and it served as the residence of the ArchbIShop until recently when it was sold to a private concern and converted into a "bed and breakfast" inn, II. 1145 LOCUST Built in 1892 by H.L. Stout for his daughter, Fanny, It is the most elaborate exampk of Queen Anne architecture in the city and cannot be described in simple terms, It is a frenzy of Greek Revival, GOthic, Romanesque. Oriental and Richardsonian, capped by a Byzantine tower! Fridolin Heer, designer of the Courthouse and many other buildings in the area. was the architect. Note the molded cornices. elaborate frieze on the porches, geometflcal brick work of the chimney. slate roof on dome, and leaded glass willdows, 12. 1182 LOCUST [his attractive Second Empire structure was the home of Alfred Tredway, an early settler. Additions to adapt it for apartments have hidden some of the original character. The central. or original portion, was built in the late l870s and designed by Fridolin Heer. Tbe third Ooor was a ballroom but used also by neighborhood children as a skating rink, Mr. Tredway and a partner were wholesale dealers in heavy hardware. The company occupied four large buildings in the city. Mrs. Tredway was a cousin of President William Howard Taft. 13,1192 LOCUST An Italian Villa style built in 1855 and added to in 1860, The designer is believed to have been Rufus Ritten house whose home yoU will see later in the tour, The owner, Fred Weigel. Came from Germany at age eleven with his family in 1833, He became prominent in mill, ing. meat packing and real estate, purchasing a large amount of downtown pro- perty, This house was fur- nished with hand-carved fur niture (some with gold in, lay), antique silver and china, and valuable works of art. Five generations of the family were reared in the home. 14, 1207 GROVE TERRACE (On the crest of the bluff to the west.! Built by B.M. Harger in 1890, this is a superb example of pure Gothic Revival cottagc, It has had only four owners and no exterior structural changes have occurred, The steep gables with lacy barge boards and wide veranda are typieal of the style, The noted Iowa artist. Francesco Licciardi, lived here at one time, 15, 1243 LOCUST The Goodrich-Wilson-Ryan home was designed by John Francis Rague, designer of the Dubuque county jail and variations of other styled buildings throughout the city, This house is a combination of styles but could be called "Bracketed Tudor Gothic" The front elevation is Greek Revival of the 1830s, the columns Gothic quatrefoil. An L-shapped addition did not carry out the theme of the original unit. Thc entire house is eclectic in nature. Mr. Goodrich, the builder, went to New York to buy fur, nishings but the Panic of 1857 forced him to mortgage the house as security and hc was never able to redeem the pro- perty, After several owners the house was converted to apartments in 1943. 12. 1182 LOCUST This attractive Seeond Empire structure was the home of Alfred Tredway, an early settler. Additions to adapt it for apartments have hidden some of the original character. The central, or original portion, was built in the late l870s and designed by Fridolin Heer. The third floor was a ballroom but used also by neighborhood children as a skating rink, Mr. Tredway and a partner were wholesale dealers in heavy hardware. The company occupied four large buildings in the city. Mrs. Tredway was a cousin of President William Howard Taft. 13.1192 LOCUST An Italian Villa style built in 1855 and added to in 1860. The designer is believed to have been Rufus Ritten house whose home you will see later in the tour. The owner, Fred Weigel. came from Germany at age eleven with his family in 1833. He became prominent in mill- ing, meat packing and real estate, purchasing a large amount of downtown pro- perty. This house was fur- nished with hand-carved fur, niture (some with gold in- lay), antique silver and china, and valuable works of art. Five generations of the family were reared in the home, 14, 1207 GROVE TERRACE (On the crest of the bluff to the west,) Built by B.M. Harger in 1890, this is a superb example of pure Gothic Revival cottage, It has had only four owners and no exterior structural changes have occurred. The steep gables with lacy barge boards and wide veranda are typical of the style. The noted Iowa artist, Francesco Licciardi,lived here at one time. 15, 1243 LOCUST The Goodrich-Wilson-Ryan home was designed by John Francis Rague. designer of the Dubuque county jail and variations of other styled buildings throughout the city. This house is a combination of styles but could be called "Bracketed Tudor Gothic.'. The front elevation is Greek Revival of the 1830s. the columns Gothic quatrefoil. An L-shapped addition did not carry out the theme of the original unit. The entire house is eclectic in nature. Mr. Goodrich, the builder. went to New York to buy fur- nishings but the Panic of 1857 forced him to mortgage the house as security and he was never able to redeem the pro- perty. After several owners the house was converted to apartments in 1943. 16, 1255,1257 LOCUST Another building of Italian tradition tempered by the Baro que era of Louis XIV. it is a fine example of the well pro' portioned, dignified multiple house with arched windows, attractive eyebrows, 2-story slanted bays and bracketed eaves, This and the previous house were the first on the street. Thomas Hardie came from Canada in 1846 and pur- chased this house in 1847 when it still stood north of the city in fields overgrown with penny royal and hazel brush. Mr. Hardie was a painter by trade and a friend of Gen. George Wallace Jones, served under him as Surveyor and was for many years on the Board of Education and represented the county in the Iowa Legislature. 17, 1268 LOCUST Built by William L. Bradley, one of Dubuque's most im portant capitalists, he also served as a school teacher. but later began investing in real estate and at the time of his death in 1904 he was the city's highest paying tax payer. He was the majority stockholder of the Grand Opera House on Eighth Street and its first Vice Presi- dent and second President. The iron fence is excep- tional. Also notice the close proximity to the house on the north, something current building codes would never permit. 18, 1298 LOCUST A classic box, this structure is a sub-type of the Colonial Revival period which began in the late 1800's. During the Revival period houses appeared in several forms. However, the hipped roof with a dormer and the off-center entrance and porch indicate construction prior to 1915. 19, 1320 & 1330 LOCUST Built in 1881 by Ezekiel Woodworth who was engaged in the mercantile trade with his brother W.W. Woodworth. The latter was also proprietor of the Julien House Hotel. This home has been beautifully restored. Outstanding features include the cherry woodwork and Carrara marble fireplaces and parquet floors. 1330 Locost is an Italian Villa structure and home of the Edward Lull family, a banker and miner. The building personifies the adaptation of the Italianate in a more simple style. A porch once ran from the entrance around the corner of the house, which added to its charm. 16, 1255-1257 LOCUST Another building of Italian tradition tempered by the Baro que era of Louis XIV. it is a fine example of the well pro portioned. dignified multiple house with arched windows. attractive eyebrows. 2-story slanted bays and bracketed eaves, This and the previous house were the first on the street. Thomas Hardie came from Canada in 1846 and pur chased this house in 1847 when it still stood north of the city in fields overgrown with penny royal and hazel brush. Mr. Hardie was a painter by trade and a friend of Gen, George Wallace Jones, served under him as Surveyor and was for many years on the Board of Education and represented the county in the Iowa Legislature. 17, 1268 LOCUST Built by William L- one of Dubuque's most portant capitalists, he also a school teacher, investing in real estate at [he time of his death In 1904 he was the city", tax payer. was stockholder of the Opera House on Eighth Street and its first Vice Presi- dent and second President. The iron fence is eseep tional. Also notice the close proximity to the house on the north, something current building codes would never permit. 18, 1298 LOCUST A classic box. this structure is a sub-type of the Colonial Revival period which began in the late 1800's. During the Revival period houses appeared in several forms, However. the hipped roof with a dormer and the off-center entrance and porch indicate construction prior to 1915, 19, 1320 & 1330 LOCUST Built in 1881 by Ezekiel Woodworth who was engaged in the mercantile trade with his brother W.W, Woodworth, The latter was also proprietor of the Julien House Hotel. This home has been beautifully restored. Outstanding features include the cherry woodwork and Carrara marble fireplaces and parquet floors. 1330 Locust is an Italian Villa structure and home of the Edward Lull family, a banker and miner. The building personifies the adaptation of the Italianate in a more simple style. A porch once ran from the entrance around the corner of the house, which added to its charm. 20, 1375 LOCUST Ryau House Built in 1873 by William Andrew and first lived in by Mayor John Thompson, this house was designed by Fridolin Heer. In style it is Second Empire with Italianate overtones. The ornate window and porch trim, the well proportioned mansard roof and the belvedere are noteable. The same iron cresting that appears on the belvedere once followed the entire ,oof line. Mr. William Ryan bought the home in 1885 for his second wife. Prior to his death in 1890, he had the house moved 13 feet south to better separate his second family from the children of the first family. Descendants maintained the house until 1967 when it was sold and eventually restored. It now serves the public as a fine restaurant providing an excellent cuisine in the grace and elegance of yesteryear. 21. 1389 LOCUST Built in 1872 by William Ryan who came from Galena where he had been a close friend of Gen. U.s. Grant. Van Osdel, designer of the Palmer House in Chicago was the architect. Through General Grant, Mr. Ryan supplied meat to the Union Army during the Civil War and carried on that business in Dubuque. This home possesses many of the traditional Italian Villa characteristics-the finely proportioned eaves and corbeled chimneys. A balcony is missing from the second floor that was entered from the tower. 22, 1394 LOCUST Known as the Cooley home, the building has been altered exte~sively to accomodate the needs of a commercial enter- prise, The square central tower has been removed, along with a porch across the front with its iron cresting and iron fence at the street. The house was buill about 1866 and the Hon. Dennis Cooley was the second owner. It was the center of many civic affairs, particularly women's activities. Socially, prominent women met here to organize the Ladies' Literary Association of which Mrs. Cooley was the first president. It later became the Dubuque Women's Club. Hon. Dennis Cooley, one time partner of Sen. Allison, was appointed by President Lincoln as Commis- sioner to South Carolina to settle land tilles, He also served under President Andrew Johnson as Commissioner of In- dian Affairs, as Commissioner to the Vienna Exposition, and as President of the First National Bank of Dubuque, 23, FORT RITTENHOUSE As you walk east on Loras Blvd. and approach the alley between Locust and Main, you can just see "Fort Ritten- house" by looking back over your left shoulder. One of the oldest houses in the city, it sits high on the bluff. It is believed to have been buill about 1 846-the only house on the hill at the time and commanded a great view. The name "Fort" was acquired in its infancy because of its appearance and location. Rufus Rittenhouse came to Dubuque in 1836 at the age of eleven and built this house when he was twenty-one. He retained possession of the property after which the two halves were owned by a succession of promi- nent citizens. 20. 1375 LOCUST Ryan Hnuse Built in 1873 by William Andrew and first lived in by Mayor John Thompson, this house was designed by Fridolin Heer. In style it is Second Empire with Italianate overtones. The ornate window and porch trim, the well proportioned mansard roof and the belvedere are noteable. The same iron cresting that appears on the belvedere once followed the entire roof line. Mr. William Ryan bought the home in 1885 for his second wife. Prior to his death in 1890, he had the house moved 13 feet south to better separate his second family from the children of the first family. Descendants maintained the house until 1967 when it was sold and eventually restored. It now serves the public as a fine restaurant providing an excellent cuisine in the grace and elegance of yesteryear. 2]. 1389 LOCUST Built in 1872 by William Ryan who came from Galena where he had been a close friend of Gen. U.S. Grant. Van Osdel, designer of the Palmer House in Chicago was the architect. Through General Grant, Mr. Ryan supplied meat to the Union Army during the Civil War and carried on that business in Dubuque. This home possesses many of the traditional Italian Villa characteristics-the finely proportioned eaves and corbeled chimneys. A balcony is missing from the second floor that was entered from the tower. 22. 1394 LOCUST Known as the Cooley home. the building has been altered extensively to accomodate the needs of a commercial enter- prise. The square central tower has been removed, along with a porch across the front with its iron cresting and iron fence at the street. The house was built about 1866 and the Hon. Dennis Cooley was the second owner. It was the center of many civic affairs, particularly women's activities. Socially, prominent women met here to organize the Ladies' Literary Association of which Mrs. Cooley was the first president. It later became the Dubuque Women's Club. Hon. Dennis Cooley, one time partner of Sen. Allison, was appointed by President Lincoln as Commis- sioner to South Carolina to settle land titles. He also served under President Andrew Johnson as Commissioner of In- dian Affairs, as Commissioner to the Vienna Exposition, and as President of the First National Bank of Dubuque. 23. FORT RITTENHOUSE As you walk east on Loras Blvd. and approach the alley between Locust and Main, you can just see "Fort Ritten- house" by looking back over your left shoulder. One of the oldest houses in the city, it sits high on the bluff. It is believed to have been built about I 846-the only house on the hill at the time and commanded a great view. The name "Fort" was acquired in its infancy because of its appearance and location. Rufus Rittenhouse came to Dubuque in 1836 at the age of eleven and built this house when he was twenty-one. He retained possession of the property after which the two halves were owned by a succession of promi- nent citizens. - ---- 24. 1397 MAIN This Italianate home was built by W.J. Knight who came from Ireland to become an outstanding attorney. He was Mayor three times and was instrumental in codifying the laws of Iowa. Built in the early 18805, the style reverts to that of an earlier era when lines were more simple as seen in the restrained segmental window arches, the few brackets and turned eaves. As you walk down the block notice the similarity between this house and 1301 & 1357 Main. 25, 1392 MAIN Home of John Ellwanger who operated a large wholesale liquor firm, this Second Empire structure is typical of the Victorian era with its heavy stone dripstones, brackets dentils and wide frieze. Obviously, the original classicaì entrance has been replaced. 26. 1337 MAIN The primary characteristic of a Queen Anne house is the irregularity of plan and massing and this house was a true interpretation of this style. The two asymmetrical towers, one with a candle snuffer cap, the other with a domed metal roof, are typical. Later the overwhelming Greek por- tico and pediment were added and the lower side porch enciosed.c.H. Eighmey came to Dubuque in 1850, practiced law with Judge Cooley, then later became president of First National Bank in which capacity he served over 40 years. He was instrumental in the building of St. Luke's MethodistChurch,1199Main. 27. 13TH & lOW A (NRHP) City Hall Designed and built in 1857 by the famous architect, John Francis Rague. Modeled after Faneuil Hall in Boston it served as the combined market and government facility for many years. The brickwork is outstanding. The basement contain- ed the calaboose and several saloons. The first floor windows were originally doors where wagons back- ed up to unload their wares; city of- fices were on the second floor, and the third floor contained a com- munity center and ballroom. An or- nate cupola, removed in 1954, con- tained a bell which rang for curfew, fires and returning soldiers. This bell is now mounted on the podium on the Central Avenue side of the building. 24. 1397 MAIN This Italianate home was built by W,j, Knight who came from Ireland to become an outstanding attorney. He was Mayor three times and was instrumental in codifying the laws of Iowa. Built in the early 18805, the style reverts to that of an earlier era when lines were more simple as seen in the restrained segmental window arches, the few brackets and turned eaves. As you walk down the block notice the similarity between this housc and 130 I & 1357 Main. 25. 1392 MAIN Home of John Ellwanger who operated a large wholesale liquor firm, this Second Empire structure is typical of tbe Victorian era with its heavy stone dripstones, brackets, dentIls and wide frieze. Obviously, the original classical entrance has been replaced, 26. 1337 MAIN The primary eharacteristic of a Queen Anne house is the irregularity of plan and massing and this house was a true interpretation of this style, The two asymmetrical towers, one with a candle snuffer cap, the other with a domed metal roof, are typical. Later the overwhelming Greek por- tico and pediment were added and the lower side porch enclosed. CH. Eighmey came to Dubuque in 1850, practiced law with Judge Cooley, then later became president of First National Bank in which capacity he served over 40 years, He was instrumental in the building of St. Luke's Methodist Church, 1199 Main, 27, 13TH & IOWA INRHP! City Hall Designed and built in 1857 by the famous architect, John Francis Rague. Modeled after Faneuil Hall in Boston it served as the combined market and government facility for many years, The brickwork is outstanding. The basement contain- ed the calaboose and several saloons. The first floor windows were originally doors where wagons back- ed up to unload their wares; city of- fices were on the second floor, and the third floor contained a com- munity center and ballroom, An or- nate cupola, removed in 1954, con- tained a bell which rang for curfew, fires and returning soldiers. This bell is now mounted on the podium on the Central Avenue side of the building. CREDITS This brochure was researched and prepared by the Building and Sites Committee of the Dubuque County Historical Society. Special thanks to the following in- dividuals: Research - Helen Mercer, Lorrayne Smith Editing - Michael D. Gibson Photographs - Robert W. Smith Design - James Bainbridge Maps - Helen Mercer Our thanks to the many others who made this project possible. The Dubuque County Historical Society is head- quartered at the Fred W. Woodward Riverboat Museum at the Ice Harbor Phone: (319) 557-9545. The DCHS maintains the Ham House Museum at 2241 Lincoln Street - Phone: (319) 583-2812, and the Woodward Riverboat Museum at the Ice Harbor which includes the Sidewheeler William M. Black. Cover Photo: 1389 Locust CREDITS This brochure was researched and prepared by the Building and Sites Committee of the Dubuque County Historical Society, Special thanks to the following in- dividuals: Research - Helen Mercer, Lorrayne Smith Editing - Michael D. Gihson Photographs - Robert W. Smith Design - James Bainbridge Maps - Helen Mercer Our thanks to the many others who made this project possible, The Dubuque County Historical Society is head- quartered at the Fred W. Woodward Riverboat Museum at the Ice Harbor Phone: (319) 557-9545. The DCHS maintains the Ham House Museum at 2241 Lincoln Street - Phone: (319) 583-2812, and the Woodward Riverboat Museum at the Ice Harbor which includes the Sidewheeler William M, Black. Cover Photo: 1389 Locust