Grant Commercial Historic District (Grant, Iowa)
The district contains a mix of commercial buildings, a fraternal club, a Methodist church, residential and industrial structures. The lone civic building is the non-contributing fire station. There are an unusual number of frame commercial structures, and brick buildings that primarily house automobile-related businesses. Because of this, the district "reflects the growing importance of the automobile as a mode of transportation and its impact on Iowa's Main Streets." Second Street and U Avenue are the contributing structures in the historic district. The period of significance is from 1871 to 1952, and the buildings are constructed during that time frame. Late 19th and early 20th-century revival styles and the Italianate style are dominant.
References
- ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. January 23, 2007.
- ^ Leah D. Rogers; Joyce Barrett. "National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form: Grant Commercial Historic District". National Park Service. Retrieved March 25, 2016. with photos