Mitchell Building, Second Empire bank building in Milwaukee, United States
The Mitchell Building is a five-story bank structure at 207 E Michigan Avenue in Milwaukee, built with gray Minnesota granite walls and limestone upper sections topped by a mansard roof with dormer windows. The facade features French architectural details with carved stone elements and denticulated belt courses.
The structure was built in 1876 by architect E. Townsend Mix for the Wisconsin Marine and Fire Insurance Company Bank. It later served the Marine National Bank and gained listing in the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
The building displays French Second Empire style elements with carved stone window frames and sculptural decorations. These details show what wealthy people in the late 1800s valued in their public buildings.
The building is located in downtown Milwaukee and is easily accessible on foot with clear visibility from Michigan Avenue. The surrounding area has parking options and sits near other historic buildings, making a walking tour convenient.
The structure features a central tower that rises above Michigan Street and is decorated with intricate stone carvings. This tower design sets it apart from other bank buildings of its era and remains in its original condition.
Location: Wisconsin
Architects: E. Townsend Mix
Architectural style: Second Empire architecture in Europe
GPS coordinates: 43.03721,-87.90852
Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01
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