Dixon in Lee County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

105-107 West First Street

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 8, 2023

1. 105-107 West First Street Marker

Inscription. The third floor of the “Union Block” served as a meeting hall for recreational and community organizations. An early Walgreen's was briefly at 105, while the Boynton Richards Men's Store provided quality men's clothing and shoes at 107 from 1905 until 1981, eventually including the rear half of 109 as well.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1905.

Location. 41° 50.615′ N, 89° 28.986′ W. Marker is in Dixon, Illinois, in Lee County. Marker is on West 1st Street west of South Galena Avenue (U.S. 52), on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 107 W 1st St, Dixon IL 61021, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 101-103 West First Street (a few steps from this marker); 115 West First Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 102 South Galena Avenue (within shouting distance of this marker); 202 West First Street (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Reagan Peace Park Murals (about 400 feet away); 115 South Hennepin (about 400 feet

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away); The Wings of Peace and Freedom (about 400 feet away); Berlin Wall Replica (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dixon.

Regarding 105-107 West First Street. Also known as Union Hall, the seven-bay brick commercial structure was built ca. 1855.

Also see . . . Dixon Downtown Historic District (PDF). National Register of Historic Places nomination for the district, which includes this building. (National Archives) (Submitted on August 14, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 8, 2023

2. 105-107 West First Street Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on August 15, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 44 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 14, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.