Benson Block (aka Potter Plock)

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The Benson Block, 108 to 112 North Market Street, was originally built as a theater. Due to a lack of exits, the building was never used for that purpose.

The elegant, very elaborate Neo-classical terra cotta facade is in keeping with the great movie "palaces" of the period.

109--112 N Market - Ottumwa, IA

• Historic Significance: Architecture/Engineering
• Architectural Style: Other, Classical Revival
• Area of Significance: Architecture
• Period of Significance: 1900-1924
• Owner: Private
• Historic Function: Commerce/Trade
• Historic Sub-function: Specialty Store, Theater, Warehouse
• Current Function: Commerce/Trade
• Current Sub-function: Business

It is on the National Register of Historic Places.