National Register of Historic Places

Taylor, Wenzil, Building

Spillville, Winneshiek County, Iowa
Listed
March 20, 1979
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
79000951

About this property

The Wenzil Taylor Building is a historic building located in Spillville, Iowa, United States. Wenzil Taylor had this building constructed in 1871 for use as a general merchandise store. It is located in the town's original commercial district, and it is the last remaining commercial The two-story structure has side and rear walls of rubble limestone with a brick facade. The decorative elements of the Italianate style building features brick arches with dressed limestone keystones, recessed brick panels, and brick pilasters. The bracketed cornice on the top is a recreation added during the building's restoration in the 1980s. It continued to house a merchandise store for most of its history, and was used as a residence before it was abandoned. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. After its restoration in the 1980s, it became a restaurant and inn.

Location

Spillville, Winneshiek County, Iowa
43.20546, -91.95387

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Sources

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When was Taylor, Wenzil, Building listed on the National Register?

Taylor, Wenzil, Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 20, 1979.

What type of historic resource is Taylor, Wenzil, Building?

Taylor, Wenzil, Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Taylor, Wenzil, Building?

The period of significance for Taylor, Wenzil, Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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