The Old Post Office

Excavations for the new building began in 1883, and in April, 1886, the first foundation stone was laid. Isaac Hodgson, of Minneapolis, was the architect in charge from August 5, 1883, until August 10th, 1884. He was then succeeded by E. F. Bassford, of St. Paul, who had prepared new plans. On July 1st, 1889, … Read more

New York Life in Minneapolis

Built in 1890 by the 10-story New York Life Insurance Co. this building stood at the corner of Fifth Street and Second Avenue South with a frontage of 165 feet on the former and 121 feet on the latter thoroughfare. In exterior appearance it was massive and substantial. The lower stories were of St. Cloud … Read more