National Register of Historic Places
Astor Fur Warehouse
Astor Fur Warehouse is a historic place in Prairie du Chien, Crawford County, Wisconsin, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000800.
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Astor Fur Warehouse
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About this place
What is Astor Fur Warehouse?
The Astor Fur Warehouse is a historic fur warehouse located at Bolvin and Water Streets on St. Feriole Island in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Jean Joseph Rolette, an agent of the American Fur Company, built the warehouse in 1828. The warehouse was used until the mid-19th century; it has since been incorporated into the Villa Louis museum. The building, now a National Historic Landmark, is the only known surviving fur trade warehouse in the upper Mississippi valley.
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Listing details
- Name
- Astor Fur Warehouse
- City
- Prairie du Chien
- County
- Crawford County
- State
- Wisconsin
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000800
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 43.05498, -91.16022
When was Astor Fur Warehouse listed on the National Register?
Astor Fur Warehouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is Astor Fur Warehouse located?
Astor Fur Warehouse is located in Prairie du Chien, Crawford County, Wisconsin at approximately 43.05498, -91.16022. See the map above.
Is Astor Fur Warehouse a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Astor Fur Warehouse is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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