Building at 1925-1927 Market Street
1925-1927 Market St., Galveston, TXThe building has interesting architectural details. Built by the Catholic Diocese of Galveston, although specific church uses are not documented. By 1898, Newson and Gottheil (the Model Market) were listed at the address. The market remained here into the 1920s. The property and the adjoining property at 1921 Market form an important visual and architectural link between the Strand Historic District and the Grand Opera House.
Local significance of the building:Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
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