National Register of Historic Places

Norman Apartment Building

Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Listed
September 7, 1988
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
88001327

About this property

The Norman Apartment Building is a historic building located in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. This three-story brick structure was the first of five apartment buildings, housing 60 families, that Drake University planned to build near its campus. They would be controlled by the university's board of trustees. The Norman and the more modest McCoy Apartments were the only two buildings constructed. The building features two shades of tan brick, a considerable amount of Gothic Revival limestone trim, a Tudor arched entry, medieval lettering on a name plaque between the second and third floors, and ogee arches on some windows. The building's significance is related to the "University's growth and development and the effect its financial policies had on nearby settlement." It is also significant for its association with the prominent Des Moines architectural firm of Proudfoot & Bird who designed it. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.

Location

3103 University Ave.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
41.60068, -93.65960

Categories

EDUCATION
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Sources

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When was Norman Apartment Building listed on the National Register?

Norman Apartment Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 7, 1988.

What type of historic resource is Norman Apartment Building?

Norman Apartment Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Norman Apartment Building?

The period of significance for Norman Apartment Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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