Sweeney, Coombs, and Fredericks Building
Sweeney, Coombs, and Fredericks Building, Victorian commercial building in downtown Houston, United States.
The Sweeney, Coombs, and Fredericks Building is a three-story brick structure at the corner of Main Street and Congress Avenue downtown. The facade displays a distinctive corner turret and detailed Eastlake ornamental elements, while the interior retains original hardwood floors and exposed brick walls.
The building was designed by George E. Dickey in 1889 and incorporated elements from William A. Van Alstyne's earlier structure built in 1861. This layering of two construction phases reflects the evolution of commercial architecture in Houston across several decades.
The building represents one of the remaining examples of Victorian commercial architecture in Houston's Main Street and Market Square Historic District.
The building sits at a busy intersection downtown and is easily accessible on foot, though the area can be crowded during peak times. It is best to visit early in the day or late afternoon when the surrounding district is less congested.
The building originally functioned as a jewelry store with retail space on the ground floor and specialized craft workshops on the upper floors. This arrangement shows how artisans and merchants once worked together in a single location.
Location: Houston
Architects: George E. Dickey
Architectural style: Victorian architecture
Address: 301 Main St.
GPS coordinates: 29.76217,-95.36077
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27
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