Albia in Monroe County, Iowa — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)

Hennion Block

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 1, 2021

1. Hennion Block Marker

Inscription.
This original two story building is believed to have been built between 1890-1898 and occupies the site of one of Albia’s early livery stables. Fire maps show a livery south of this building as late as 1913. The owner, M. E. Hennion was a pioneer farmer having come to Monroe County in 1851 and farmed over 860 acres in 1878 which would have made him a man of some wealth.

Following a fire in 1904, the building was rebuilt and the Mansard roofed third story as added. It was occupied by the Knights of Pythias for a number of years before being converted to a rooming house.

This is one of only two structures in the district with a Mansard roof. The building retains a number of features following restoration including the cast iron store fronts and leaded glass transom windows.

The four oculus windows on the north side are an unusual feature and are original to the building.

Please proceed to 10 Washington Avenue West.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.

Location. 41° 1.563′ N, 92° 48.507′ W. Marker is in Albia, Iowa, in Monroe County. Marker is on South Clinton Street just south of

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Washington Avenue West, on the right when traveling south. Marker is mounted at eye-level, directly on the subject building, between large windows on the east façade. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 109 South Clinton Street, Albia IA 52531, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. New Loeb Building (a few steps from this marker); T. Caroline Acheson Building (within shouting distance of this marker); J. H. Love's New Block (within shouting distance of this marker); New Perry Building (within shouting distance of this marker); People's Savings Bank (within shouting distance of this marker); Odd Fellows Temple (within shouting distance of this marker); Albia State Bank Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Albia Freedom Rock Veterans Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Albia.

Regarding Hennion Block. Contributing property, Albia Square and Central Commercial Historic District, NRHP #85000007.

Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Albia Square and Central Commercial Historic District

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 1, 2021

2. Hennion Block Marker

(looking north along South Clinton Street • Washington Avenue West in background • Monroe County Courthouse reflection in window)

Hennion Block (<i>northeast elevation</i>) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 1, 2021

3. Hennion Block (northeast elevation)

(marker visible between large windows on left • four north-side oculus windows visible on right)

Credits. This page was last revised on May 25, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 10, 2021, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 89 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 11, 2021, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.