Peoria in Peoria County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Schwab - Powell Building
ca. 1852
| | Riverfront Visitor Center | |
Photographed by Ginger Drenning, July 12, 2008
1. Schwab - Powell Building Marker
Two identical markers on front of building. One on each side of exterior door.
This building, the oldest Commercial structure on Peoria's Riferfront, was saved, moved, and restored by City of Peoria.
Erected by City of Peoria, Peoria Historical Society and the Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Industry & Commerce • Landmarks • Notable Buildings • Notable Places • Political Subdivisions.
Location. 40° 41.392′ N, 89° 35.232′ W. Marker is in Peoria, Illinois, in Peoria County. It is on NE Water Street near Main Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 110 NE Water Street, Peoria IL 61602, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Illinois River Valley. It is also in the American Midwest and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Peoria on The Riverfront / Peoria (here, next to this marker); Waterborn Services Memorial (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Peoria County World Wars I & II Veterans Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away); Spanish American War (approx. 0.2 miles away); Peoria County World Wars I and II Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away); Military Services Memorial Plaza
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Photographed by Ginger Drenning, July 12, 2008
2. Schwab - Powell - - Building
Building is currently used for the Riverfront Visitor Center.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 15, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 2,017 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 15, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
