Commission designates McDonald Block a local landmark
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Summary
The Dickinson City Commission approved adding the McDonald Block (25 First Avenue West) to the local landmark roster. Museum Director Fuhrman presented the building's 1905 construction, architectural provenance and its role in downtown development.
Museum Director Fuhrman presented a local landmark nomination for the McDonald Block at 25 First Avenue West and asked the commission to adopt the Historic Preservation Commission's recommendation. Fuhrman said the building was completed in April 1905 by Douglas Walton McDonald, described the architect and contractor, and reviewed the building's uses through the 20th century. The nomination materials, submitted by the owner (2 Good Investments), argue the structure is integral to the central business district's early 20th‑century expansion.
Fuhrman noted the nomination traces neighborhood redevelopment after incorporation and cites Ordinances used historically to limit wooden construction in the city's fire limits. Historic Preservation Commission staff recommended adding the property to the local landmark roster by Resolution 52‑2024.
Commissioner Bair moved to approve; Commissioner Riddle seconded. The commission voted aye and the resolution carried.
