John W. Ballard House facts for kids
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John W. Ballard House
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 Location in Iowa
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| Location | 205 W. 16th St. Davenport, Iowa |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1871 |
| Architectural style | Late Victorian |
| MPS | Davenport MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 83002398 |
| Added to NRHP | July 7, 1983 |
The John W. Ballard House is a special old building in Davenport, Iowa. It's so important that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's a historic site worth protecting!
Who Lived Here? The House's Story
John W. Ballard moved into this house in 1884. He likely didn't build it himself. John was a businessman. He owned a pharmacy with his cousin, E.S. Ballord. Their business was called E.S. Ballord & Co.
In 1903, E.S. Ballord retired. John Ballard and his son kept the business going. They changed the name to Ballard Drug & Dental Co.
What Does the House Look Like?
This house was built in 1871. It's one of the oldest buildings still standing in the upper Main Street area of Davenport. Some people even think it might be the very oldest!
The house has a mix of styles. It started with a Victorian Greek Revival design. Later, it got some neoclassical updates. When it was first built, people said it was the "most commanding structure" in the neighborhood. This means it really stood out!
The front of the house faces a big yard to the south. It used to have a single-story window area next to the main door. But between 1892 and 1910, some changes were made. A new two-story, round window area was added. A porch was also built around this new section.
The main part of the house has two stories and is made of brick. It sits on a strong stone foundation. The newer additions are made of wood.
