About this property
The Hobbs Building is a historic commercial building at 2-4 North River Street in Aurora, Illinois. Albert Hobbs, a businessman and local civic leader, had the building constructed in 1895 for his furniture and undertaking businesses. Architect James E. Minott gave the building a Richardsonian Romanesque design which incorporated elements of the Queen Anne style.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 100006645. It was listed on June 17, 2021.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Hobbs Building listed on the National Register?
Hobbs Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 17, 2021.
What type of historic resource is Hobbs Building?
Hobbs Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Hobbs Building?
The period of significance for Hobbs Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1895.
Can I research the history near Hobbs Building?
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