House Confidential
A Mayor’s Home Is Still Notable
Once John Norquist's residence, this elegant 1889 home on S. 26th St. is included on Historic Milwaukee's upcoming Spaces and Traces tour.
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Once John Norquist's residence, this elegant 1889 home on S. 26th St. is included on Historic Milwaukee's upcoming Spaces and Traces tour. Back to the full article.
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“One of the delights of Milwaukee is to find the occasional lovely home in an unprepossessing location, surrounded by Plain Jane sisters, and standing out even more so due to the contrast with its neighbors.”
This is so true. I love the historic 27th Street area for this reason. Same goes for Merrill Park, Concordia (although that neighborhood is full of gorgeous homes), much of Bay View, and even places like South Milwaukee and Cudahy.
By my recollection the house lacked a garbage disposal; I know for certain that it lacked a microwave. I did however have a red phone that, when picked up, called the police directly. Had a lot of good times in that house…
I was in this home when Mayor Norquist owned it. The inside is well worth the visit!