National Register of Historic Places

Bemis Omaha Bag Company Building

Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska
Listed
January 11, 1985
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
85000066

About this property

The Bemis Bag Company Building is a historic building located in downtown Omaha, Nebraska. Built in 1887 in a commercial style, the building was designed by the prolific Omaha architecture firm of Mendelssohn and Lawrie. It was designated an Omaha Landmark on September 12, 1978, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places on January 11, 1985. In addition to its own listing on the NRHP, the Building is also included in the Warehouses in Omaha Multiple Property Submission. The Bemis Company was a national leader in the manufacturing and sale of bags and sacks for flour, grain, and other commodities. It had warehouses and manufacturing facilities in several cities across the United States. This building cost about $40,000 to build.

Location

614-624 S. 11th St. and 1102-1118 Jones St.
Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska
41.25359, -95.93135

Categories

COMMERCEARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was Bemis Omaha Bag Company Building listed on the National Register?

Bemis Omaha Bag Company Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 11, 1985.

What type of historic resource is Bemis Omaha Bag Company Building?

Bemis Omaha Bag Company Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Bemis Omaha Bag Company Building?

The period of significance for Bemis Omaha Bag Company Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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