Dakota Block (Grand Forks, North Dakota)

The Dakota Block is a three-story commercial vernacular style building built in 1916. It is within the Downtown Historic District in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Dakota Block
Dakota Block (Grand Forks, North Dakota) is located in North Dakota
Dakota Block (Grand Forks, North Dakota)
Dakota Block (Grand Forks, North Dakota) is located in the United States
Dakota Block (Grand Forks, North Dakota)
Location21 S. 4th St., Grand Forks, North Dakota
Coordinates47°55′26″N 97°1′48″W / 47.92389°N 97.03000°W / 47.92389; -97.03000
Arealess than one acre
Built1916
Architectural styleEarly Commercial, Vernacular
MPSDowntown Grand Forks MRA
NRHP reference No.82001320[1]
Added to NRHPOctober 26, 1982

The principal facade of the Dakota Block consists of Hebron brick laid in a running bond. It features a single recessed bay delineated by corbelled brick and a stone cornice. The first floor has rusticated corner piers supporting pilaster strips which extend to the top of the building. Topping the front is a stone coping with a raised central parapet holding a name block inscribed "Dakota Block". The rear and sides of the building are constructed of common brick and are devoid of embellishment, save for a cast iron fire escape.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. March 13, 2009.
  2. ^ Kudzia, C. (October 26, 1982). "Dakota Block". NORTH DAKOTA CULTURAL RESOURCES SURVEY Base Data Form. National Park Service. Retrieved September 30, 2009.