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Cathedral Historic District

Dubuque, Iowa • Dubuque County

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About This Property

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The Cathedral Historic District in Dubuque, Iowa, encompasses a significant collection of late 19th and early 20th-century buildings. It showcases a rich architectural tapestry, including Italianate, Queen Anne, and Richardsonian Romanesque styles. The district represents the prosperity and urban development of Dubuque during its industrial boom.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
32
Listed Date
9/25/1985
Other Names
See Also:fenelon Place Elevator;Washington Park;Thedinga, J.

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Architecture
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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