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, United States. It was constructed in two sections, one in 1893, the other in 1914 and designed by local architect Thomas Carkeek. The building was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1982.

History

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. The building sits on a

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foundation and is built from brick of varying shades which give the structure an overall mottled appearance. The second section of the building was constructed in 1914 and consisted of a 36 by wing, known as the "east wing".Lovejoy, Kim.
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Architecture

The East Dubuque School building sits on a prominent bluff overlooking the city of East Dubuque. The building is in the Romanesque Revival style and was designed by a prominent 1890s

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architect, Thomas Carkeek.

Historic significance

The building played a key role in

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in East Dubuque (formerly Dunleith) and has stood as a landmark in the city for more than 100 years. East Dubuque School possesses a high level of architectural integrity and is a good example of a school in Illinois cast in Romanesque Revival style. The U.S.

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approved the listing of the East Dubuque School on November 12, 1982.

References

External links

Property Information Report
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{{National Register of Historic Places National Register of Historic Places in Jo Daviess County, Illinois School buildings completed in 1914 Buildings and structures in Jo Daviess County, Illinois School buildings on the National Register of Historic Places in Illinois 1914 establishments in Illinois