National Register of Historic Places listings in Grand Forks County, North Dakota facts for kids
Welcome to Grand Forks County, North Dakota! This area is super special because it has many historic buildings and places listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of this register as a special list of important buildings, sites, or areas in the United States that are worth saving and protecting because of their history.
Grand Forks County has more than 70 places on this list, which is more than any other county in North Dakota! Many of these historic spots are in the city of Grand Forks. This city has faced many challenges over the years, especially from floods and fires. The Red River has flooded many times, including huge floods in 1882, 1893, 1897, 1950, and the big one in 1997.
Despite these disasters, many historic buildings from the 1890s are still standing. Famous architects like Joseph Bell DeRemer designed many of them. Also, a company called Dinnie Brothers, who were bricklayers, built over 60% of the commercial buildings from that time! Other important architects who worked here include Buechner & Orth, Theodore B. Wells, George Hancock, and John W. Ross.
In 1981, a study found many buildings in Downtown Grand Forks that were important to save. This led to many buildings being added to the National Register. It also led to several large historic districts being created. Even though the 1997 flood and fire destroyed some listed buildings, the Downtown Grand Forks Historic District was still added to the list in 2005. More recently, the University of North Dakota Historic District and WPA Stone Structures in Memorial Park and Calvary Cemetery were added in 2010. And in 2011, a cool old restaurant called The Kegs Drive-In made the list!
A lot of the work to get these places listed was done by Dr. Norene Roberts from North Dakota State University.
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Current Historic Places
Here's a list of some of the amazing historic places you can find in Grand Forks County today. Each one has a unique story!
| Name on the Register | Image | Date listed | Location | City or town | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avalon Theater |
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(#90002191) |
210 Towner Ave. 47°54′19″N 97°37′25″W / 47.905278°N 97.623611°W |
Larimore | This Art Deco style movie theater was built in 1938. It originally had 350 seats for moviegoers. |
| 2 | Harriet and Thomas Beare House |
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(#95000469) |
420 Reeves Dr. 47°55′04″N 97°01′36″W / 47.917778°N 97.026667°W |
Grand Forks | This beautiful Victorian house was built in 1901 for Thomas Beare, a real estate businessman. It shows how wealthy people lived during a time of growth in the area. |
| 3 | R.S. Blome Granitoid Pavement in Grand Forks |
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(#91001583) |
Roughly Lewis Boulevard south of Conklin Ave. and the area around the junctions of Walnut St. and 3rd Ave. and Minnesota Ave. and 5th St. 47°55′27″N 97°01′58″W / 47.924167°N 97.032778°W |
Grand Forks | This is a historic paved area made from a special mix of Portland cement and rocks. It was designed in the early 1900s for both horse-drawn vehicles and early automobiles. |
| 4 | B'nai Israel Synagogue and Montefiore Cemetery |
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(#11000745) |
601 Cottonwood St. and 1450 N. Columbia Rd. 47°56′02″N 97°04′00″W / 47.933889°N 97.066667°W |
Grand Forks | This site includes a historic synagogue and a cemetery, important to the local community's history. |
| 5 | Building at 201 S. 3rd St. |
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(#82001315) |
201 S. 3rd St. 47°55′23″N 97°01′37″W / 47.922972°N 97.027083°W |
Grand Forks | Built in 1888, this was one of the first wooden storefronts in Grand Forks. It shows how the city looked during its early boom. It was moved after the 1997 Red River flood. |
| 6 | Building at 205 DeMers Ave. |
(#82001316) |
205 DeMers Ave. 47°55′32″N 97°01′46″W / 47.925556°N 97.029444°W |
Grand Forks | Sadly, this building was destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood. | |
| 7 | Building at 312 Kittson Ave. |
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(#82001317) |
312 Kittson Ave. 47°55′27″N 97°01′45″W / 47.924167°N 97.029167°W |
Grand Forks | This building is another important part of Grand Forks' historic downtown. |
| 8 | Building at 317 S. 3rd St. |
(#82001318) |
317 S. 3rd St. 47°55′21″N 97°01′30″W / 47.9225°N 97.025°W |
Grand Forks | This building was also destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood. | |
| 9 | Thomas D. Campbell House |
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(#87002010) |
2405 Belmont Rd. 47°53′47″N 97°01′38″W / 47.896389°N 97.027222°W |
Grand Forks | This unique Gothic Revival style home was built in 1879. It's made of both logs and wood frame, and is now a museum. |
| 10 | George B. Clifford House |
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(#86002655) |
406 Reeves Dr. 47°55′06″N 97°01′36″W / 47.918333°N 97.026667°W |
Grand Forks | This house is another example of the historic homes in Grand Forks. |
| 11 | Dakota Block |
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(#82001320) |
21 S. 4th St. 47°55′26″N 97°01′48″W / 47.923889°N 97.03°W |
Grand Forks | The Dakota Block is a significant commercial building from the city's past. |
| 12 | Joseph Bell DeRemer House |
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(#83001933) |
625 Belmont Rd. 47°54′57″N 97°01′42″W / 47.915833°N 97.028333°W |
Grand Forks | This was the home of Joseph Bell DeRemer, one of the important architects who designed many buildings in Grand Forks. |
| 13 | Dinnie Apartments |
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(#94000555) |
102-108 4th Ave., S. 47°55′07″N 97°01′33″W / 47.918611°N 97.025833°W |
Grand Forks | These apartments are part of the larger Downtown Grand Forks MRA historic area. |
| 14 | Downtown Grand Forks Historic District |
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(#05001475) |
Downtown Grand Forks, at the Red River of the North 47°55′35″N 97°01′51″W / 47.926389°N 97.030833°W |
Grand Forks | This entire downtown area is recognized as a historic district, even after the big flood. |
| 15 | Edgar Building |
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(#83001935) |
314 Kittson Ave. 47°55′27″N 97°01′46″W / 47.924167°N 97.029444°W |
Grand Forks | The Edgar Building is another historic structure in the heart of Grand Forks. |
| 16 | Finks and Gokey Block |
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(#83001935) |
414-420 DeMers Ave. 47°55′27″N 97°01′55″W / 47.924167°N 97.031944°W |
Grand Forks | This block of buildings is a key part of the city's historic commercial area. |
| 17 | First National Bank |
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(#82001323) |
322 DeMers Ave. 47°55′29″N 97°01′52″W / 47.924722°N 97.031111°W |
Grand Forks | This bank building was damaged by fire during the 1997 Red River flood, but it was the only burned building to survive. |
| 18 | Carlott Funseth Round Barn |
(#86002752) |
ND 38 47°46′46″N 97°35′56″W / 47.779444°N 97.598889°W |
Kempton | This unique round barn is a special piece of agricultural history in the county. | |
| 19 | Grand Forks City Hall |
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(#82001325) |
404 N. 2nd Ave. 47°55′33″N 97°02′03″W / 47.925833°N 97.034167°W |
Grand Forks | The city hall building itself holds a place in the city's history. |
| 20 | Grand Forks County Courthouse |
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(#80002913) |
S. 5th St 47°55′22″N 97°01′46″W / 47.922778°N 97.029444°W |
Grand Forks | This courthouse is where many important decisions for the county have been made over the years. |
| 21 | Grand Forks County Fairgrounds WPA Structures |
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(#08001262) |
2300 Gateway Dr. 47°55′59″N 97°03′34″W / 47.933122°N 97.059483°W |
Grand Forks | These structures were built by the WPA (Works Progress Administration), a government program during the Great Depression that created jobs. |
| 22 | Grand Forks Herald |
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(#82001326) |
120-124 N. 4th St. 47°55′33″N 97°01′58″W / 47.925833°N 97.032778°W |
Grand Forks | This building, home to the local newspaper, was destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood and a fire that followed. |
| 23 | Grand Forks Mercantile Building 1898 |
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(#04000700) |
112-118 N. 3rd St. 47°55′42″N 97°01′56″W / 47.928333°N 97.032222°W |
Grand Forks | This mercantile building from 1898 shows what a large store looked like over a century ago. |
| 24 | Grand Forks Mercantile Co. |
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(#82001327) |
124 N. 3rd St. 47°55′36″N 97°01′56″W / 47.926667°N 97.032222°W |
Grand Forks | Another important mercantile building that played a role in the city's economy. |
| 25 | Grand Forks Near Southside Historic District |
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(#04000757) |
Roughly bounded by ND 697, the Red River, 13th Ave., and Cottonwood St.; also 1216 Belmont Rd. 47°55′03″N 97°01′37″W / 47.9175°N 97.026944°W |
Grand Forks | This is a historic neighborhood district, with an added part on Belmont Road. |
| 26 | Grand Forks Riverside Neighborhood Historic District |
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(#07000181) |
North of U.S. Route 2 (Gateway Dr. and west of the Red River) 47°56′14″N 97°02′32″W / 47.937158°N 97.042089°W |
Grand Forks | Another historic neighborhood, located near the river. |
| 27 | Grand Forks Woolen Mills |
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(#83001936) |
301 N. 3rd St. 47°55′38″N 97°02′02″W / 47.927222°N 97.033889°W |
Grand Forks | This building was once a woolen mill, where wool was processed into fabric. |
| 28 | Great Northern Freight Warehouse and Depot |
(#89002031) |
899 2nd Ave., N. 47°55′15″N 97°02′15″W / 47.920833°N 97.0375°W |
Grand Forks | This old warehouse and train station played a big part in moving goods and people. | |
| 29 | Hariman Sanatorium |
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(#13000633) |
2002 University Ave. 47°55′21″N 97°03′20″W / 47.922586°N 97.055675°W |
Grand Forks | A sanatorium was a type of hospital, often for people with long-term illnesses. |
| 30 | Hook and Ladder No. 1 and Hose Co. No. 2 |
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(#82001328) |
215 S. 4th St. 47°55′21″N 97°01′38″W / 47.9225°N 97.027222°W |
Grand Forks | This building was once a fire station, home to early fire trucks and equipment. |
| 31 | House at 1648 Riverside Drive |
(#94001074) |
1648 Riverside Dr. 47°56′09″N 97°02′11″W / 47.935833°N 97.036389°W |
Grand Forks | This house is recognized for its historical importance. | |
| 32 | Iddings Block |
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(#82001329) |
9 N. 3rd St. 47°55′32″N 97°01′52″W / 47.925556°N 97.031111°W |
Grand Forks | The Iddings Block is another historic commercial building in the downtown area. |
| 33 | The Kegs Drive-In |
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(#11000603) |
901 N. 5th St. 47°55′48″N 97°02′40″W / 47.93°N 97.044333°W |
Grand Forks | This classic drive-in restaurant is a fun piece of history, showing how people used to get their food. |
| 34 | J. Nelson Kelly House |
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(#94000058) |
521 S. 5th St. 47°55′10″N 97°01′28″W / 47.919444°N 97.024444°W |
Grand Forks | The J. Nelson Kelly House is another historic home in Grand Forks. |
| 35 | Larimore City Hall |
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(#90000600) |
Block 64, bounded by Towner, 3rd, Terry, and Main 47°54′23″N 97°37′58″W / 47.906389°N 97.632778°W |
Larimore | This city hall building serves as a historic landmark in Larimore. |
| 36 | Martin V. Linwell House |
(#80002914) |
316 S. Raymond St. 47°43′56″N 97°34′05″W / 47.732222°N 97.568056°W |
Northwood | The Martin V. Linwell House is a historic home located in Northwood. | |
| 37 | Lyons Garage |
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(#82001330) |
214-218 N. 4th St. 47°55′35″N 97°02′03″W / 47.926389°N 97.034167°W |
Grand Forks | This old garage building shows how cars and repairs were handled in the past. |
| 38 | Masonic Temple |
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(#82001331) |
413-421 Bruce Ave. 47°55′18″N 97°01′43″W / 47.921667°N 97.028611°W |
Grand Forks | The Masonic Temple is a historic building used by a fraternal organization. |
| 39 | Metropolitan Opera House |
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(#99001048) |
116 S. 3rd St. 47°55′26″N 97°01′41″W / 47.923889°N 97.028056°W |
Grand Forks | This opera house was a center for arts and entertainment in Grand Forks. |
| 40 | Midway Bridge |
(#97000176) |
Unnamed county road across an unnamed creek, approximately 1.5 miles south and 2 miles west of Johnstown 48°07′50″N 97°30′50″W / 48.130556°N 97.513889°W |
Johnstown | This bridge is an example of historic engineering in the county. | |
| 41 | New Hampshire Apartments |
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(#82001332) |
105 N. 3rd St. 47°55′34″N 97°01′55″W / 47.926111°N 97.031944°W |
Grand Forks | This building, designed by Joseph DeRemer and built by Dinnie Brothers, was destroyed in the 1997 Red River flood and fire. A marker now stands where it once was. |
| 42 | North Dakota Mill and Elevator |
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(#92000433) |
1823 Mill Rd. 47°56′21″N 97°03′21″W / 47.939167°N 97.055833°W |
Grand Forks | This mill and elevator played a huge role in processing grain for the state. |
| 43 | Northern Pacific Depot and Freight House |
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(#82001333) |
202 N. 3rd St. 47°55′37″N 97°01′58″W / 47.926944°N 97.032778°W |
Grand Forks | This old train depot and freight house was a busy hub for transportation. |
| 44 | Northwood Bridge |
(#97000175) |
Unnamed county road across the Goose River, 1.5 miles southwest of Northwood 47°43′03″N 97°36′25″W / 47.7175°N 97.606944°W |
Northwood | Another historic bridge, important for local travel. | |
| 45 | Odd Fellows Block |
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(#82001334) |
23-25 S. 4th St. 47°55′26″N 97°01′47″W / 47.923889°N 97.029722°W |
Grand Forks | This building was used by the Odd Fellows, another fraternal organization. |
| 46 | Ost Valle Bridge |
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(#97000178) |
Unnamed county road across an unnamed tributary of the Red River, approximately 6 miles east and 1 mile north of Thompson 47°47′18″N 96°58′57″W / 47.788333°N 96.9825°W |
Thompson | This bridge is a historic crossing over a tributary of the Red River. |
| 47 | Oxford House |
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(#73001384) |
University of North Dakota campus 47°55′19″N 97°04′26″W / 47.921944°N 97.073889°W |
Grand Forks | Located on the University of North Dakota campus, this house has historical significance. |
| 48 | Roller Office Supply |
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(#82001336) |
7 N. 3rd St. 47°55′31″N 97°01′51″W / 47.925278°N 97.030833°W |
Grand Forks | This building once housed an office supply store, important for businesses in the past. |
| 49 | St. John's Block Commercial Exchange |
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(#82001338) |
2 N. 3rd St. 47°55′32″N 97°01′49″W / 47.925556°N 97.030278°W |
Grand Forks | This commercial building is a historic part of the city's business district. |
| 50 | St. Michael's Church |
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(#88000983) |
520 N. 6th St. 47°55′37″N 97°02′21″W / 47.926944°N 97.039167°W |
Grand Forks | St. Michael's Church is a significant religious building with a long history in Grand Forks. |
| 51 | St. Michael's Hospital and Nurses' Residence |
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(#95000468) |
813 Lewis Boulevard 47°55′57″N 97°02′22″W / 47.9325°N 97.039444°W |
Grand Forks | This site includes a historic hospital and where its nurses lived. |
| 52 | St. Michael's Parochial School |
(#16000457) |
504 N. 5th Ave. 47°55′39″N 97°02′23″W / 47.927517°N 97.039780°W |
Grand Forks | This school building is another historic part of the St. Michael's complex. | |
| 53 | Skarsbo Apartments |
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(#13000634) |
204 & 210 N. 6th St. 47°55′29″N 97°02′10″W / 47.924711°N 97.036099°W |
Grand Forks | The Skarsbo Apartments are recognized for their historical value. |
| 54 | Sorlie Memorial Bridge |
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(#99000844) |
Eastern end of Demers Ave. 47°55′37″N 97°01′40″W / 47.926944°N 97.027778°W |
Grand Forks | This bridge is a memorial and an important crossing in Grand Forks. |
| 55 | South Junior High School |
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(#99000274) |
1224 Walnut St. 47°54′33″N 97°01′55″W / 47.909167°N 97.031944°W |
Grand Forks | This old junior high school building is a part of the city's educational history. |
| 56 | Speed Printing |
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(#82001337) |
220 S. 3rd St. 47°55′23″N 97°01′35″W / 47.923056°N 97.026389°W |
Grand Forks | This building once housed a printing company, important for communication in the past. |
| 57 | Stratford Building |
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(#82001339) |
311 DeMers Ave. 47°55′29″N 97°01′50″W / 47.924722°N 97.030556°W |
Grand Forks | The Stratford Building is another historic commercial structure in Grand Forks. |
| 58 | Telephone Co. Building |
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(#82001340) |
24 N. 4th St. 47°55′31″N 97°01′55″W / 47.925278°N 97.031944°W |
Grand Forks | This building was once home to the local telephone company, a key part of early communication. |
| 59 | U.S. Post Office and Courthouse |
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(#76001354) |
102 N. 4th St. 47°55′32″N 97°01′57″W / 47.925556°N 97.0325°W |
Grand Forks | This building served as both a post office and a courthouse for the U.S. government. |
| 60 | United Lutheran Church |
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(#91001906) |
324 Chestnut St. 47°55′07″N 97°01′49″W / 47.918611°N 97.030278°W |
Grand Forks | This church is a historic place of worship in Grand Forks. |
| 61 | University of North Dakota Historic District |
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(#08001233) |
University of North Dakota 47°55′21″N 97°04′14″W / 47.922444°N 97.070614°W |
Grand Forks | The campus of the University of North Dakota has many historic buildings, making it a historic district. |
| 62 | Viets Hotel |
(#82001341) |
309-311 3rd St., S. 47°55′22″N 97°01′30″W / 47.922778°N 97.025°W |
Grand Forks | This hotel was damaged by the 1997 Red River flood and later destroyed by fire in 2000. | |
| 63 | Washington School |
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(#92000035) |
422 N. 6th St. 47°55′34″N 97°02′18″W / 47.926111°N 97.038333°W |
Grand Forks | Washington School is a historic school building in the city. |
| 64 | Wells-Denbrook Architects Office Building |
(#14000900) |
1701 Cherry St. 47°54′13″N 97°02′08″W / 47.9037°N 97.0356°W |
Grand Forks | This building was the office for architects Wells and Denbrook. | |
| 65 | Dr. Henry Wheeler House |
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(#86000166) |
420 Franklin St. 47°55′13″N 97°01′33″W / 47.920278°N 97.025833°W |
Grand Forks | The home of Dr. Henry Wheeler is another historic residence. |
| 66 | WPA Stone Structures in Memorial Park and Calvary Cemetery |
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(#10000424) |
Southeast corner from intersection of Gateway Dr. and N Columbia Rd. 47°55′59″N 97°04′00″W / 47.933056°N 97.066667°W |
Grand Forks | These stone structures were built by the WPA, providing jobs during tough economic times. |
| 67 | Wright Block |
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(#82001342) |
408-412 DeMers Ave. 47°55′28″N 97°01′54″W / 47.924444°N 97.031667°W |
Grand Forks | The Wright Block is another historic commercial building in Grand Forks. |
Former Historic Places
Some places that were once on the National Register of Historic Places in Grand Forks County have since been removed. This often happens if they are destroyed or lose their historic importance.
| Name on the Register | Image | Date listed | Date removed | Location | City or town | Summary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BPOE Lodge: Golden Block |
(#82001314) |
|
12 N. 4th St. |
Grand Forks | This building, designed by Joseph Bell DeRemer, was destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood. | |
| 2 | Clifford Annex |
(#82001319) |
|
407-411 DeMers Ave. |
Grand Forks | This building was destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood and a fire that followed. | |
| 3 | Dinnie Block |
(#82001321) |
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109 N. 3rd Ave. |
Grand Forks | The Dinnie Block was destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood. | |
| 4 | Electric Construction Co. Building |
(#82001322) |
|
16 S. 4th St. |
Grand Forks | This building was also destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood. | |
| 5 | Flatiron Building |
(#82001324) |
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323 Kittson Ave. |
Grand Forks | The Flatiron Building was destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood. | |
| 6 | Red River Valley Brick Co. |
(#82001335) |
|
215 S. 3rd St. |
Grand Forks | This brick company building was destroyed by the 1997 Red River flood. |
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