About this property
The Cass-Wells Historic District is a small group of historic homes in the Yankee Hill neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, built from 1870 to 1914 in various styles. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986 and on the State Register of Historic Places in 1989. Contributing structures are, in the order built: The Bridget Hutchinson house (pictured center) at 801 N. Cass St. is a 2-story Italianate-styled house built about 1870. In 1931 the street-level was remodeled into store space. The Henry Manschot house at 718 E. Wells St.
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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 86001325. It was listed on June 12, 1986.
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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 Cass-Wells Street Historic District listed on the National Register?
Cass-Wells Street Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 12, 1986.
What type of historic resource is Cass-Wells Street Historic District?
Cass-Wells Street Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Cass-Wells Street Historic District?
The period of significance for Cass-Wells Street Historic District is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1870.
Can I research the history near Cass-Wells Street Historic District?
Yes. Aubrey Research reports search National Register listings, battlefield records, land patents, and other primary historical sources within any radius of a US address. A report for an address near Cass-Wells Street Historic District will include this listing and all other historical records in the area.
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