National Register of Historic Places

Finks and Gokey Block

Grand Forks, Grand Forks County, North Dakota
Listed
April 19, 1983
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
83001935

Location

414-420 DeMers Ave.
Grand Forks, Grand Forks County, North Dakota
47.92408, -97.03223

Significance

Finks and Gokey Block is a building in Grand Forks, Grand Forks County, North Dakota. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 19, 1983, under reference number 83001935. It is recognized for its significance in Commerce and Architecture.

Categories

COMMERCEARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was Finks and Gokey Block listed on the National Register?

Finks and Gokey Block was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 19, 1983.

What type of historic resource is Finks and Gokey Block?

Finks and Gokey Block is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Finks and Gokey Block?

The period of significance for Finks and Gokey Block is recorded as the industrial era.

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