National Register of Historic Places

Golden, Frank, Block

Tonopah, Nye County, Nevada
Listed
May 19, 1982
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
82003231

About this property

The Frank Golden Block, at Brougher and Main Sts. in Tonopah, Nevada is a historic building that was built in 1902. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It was deemed significant "as the first substantial stone commercial building" built in Tonopah, for its association with businessman/banker Frank Golden, and for its architecture. It was designed and built by George E. Holesworth. Oddly, it is appreciated partly for its lack of style: "The building is unique for a large stone commercial structure as it lacks the application of any formal stylistic treatment. The absence of cut and dressed stonework or trim also suggests the lack of readily available stone craftsmen in Tonopah at the time of its construction." The building was named for Frank Golden, who was a jeweler and businessman. He moved to Tonopah from Reno in 1901.

Location

Tonopah, Nye County, Nevada
38.06803, -117.23093

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When was Golden, Frank, Block listed on the National Register?

Golden, Frank, Block was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 19, 1982.

What type of historic resource is Golden, Frank, Block?

Golden, Frank, Block is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Golden, Frank, Block?

The period of significance for Golden, Frank, Block is recorded as the industrial era.

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