June 1, 2008, just a week before the collapse. The small house at right was largely destroyed by the collapse.
The 1892 Romanesque building is part of an amazing lineup of Victorian commercial buildings at the intersection and in the surrounding blocks, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its loss will diminish one of Milwaukee's major historical treasures. The front facade, at very least, should be preserved.
October 2006
Originally built to house a wine and liquor business, the building was most recently home to the Acapulco Lounge, which was closed for renovation. A small fire was reported, but quickly snuffed by firemen. No injuries are reported.
Post-collapse photos may be seen here.
2 comments:
I loved this building, I am sad about its loss. The city wasted no time destroying it. They really should make a public appology for acting with such haste. The city of Milwaukee is so careless with its buildings.
I believe the building was actually in the historic 8th ward since what is now called South 6th street used to be the boundary between the two wards.
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