National Register of Historic Places

Bicksler Block

Salem, Henry County, Iowa
Listed
May 27, 2010
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
10000291

About this property

The Bicksler Block is an historic building located in Salem, Iowa, United States. John Bicksler had this commercial building built in 1886. The two-story, brick structure is a combination of the Romanesque Revival and the Italianate styles. Salem's central business district was plagued by fires from 1886 to 1933. This building was built after the first major fire to effect the town in 1886. The store front on the east side of the building housed a bank into the early 1900s and then the local post office was located here until 1967. The western half of the building has housed a variety of businesses over the years, including: clothing stores, two different milliners, a restaurant, and a pool hall. The second floor housed a variety of offices, including a dentist. The American Legion acquired the building from the Bicksler family in 1950. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010.

Location

101-103 W Cherry St
Salem, Henry County, Iowa
40.85687, -91.62178

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COMMERCESOCIAL HISTORY
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When was Bicksler Block listed on the National Register?

Bicksler Block was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 27, 2010.

What type of historic resource is Bicksler Block?

Bicksler Block is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Bicksler Block?

The period of significance for Bicksler Block is recorded as the industrial era.

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