National Register of Historic Places in Napa County
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20 April 2009
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Winship-Smernes Building
948 Main Street
Napa
Built 1888
The Winship-Smernes Building Stands at the center of the old business district near the First Street Bridge over the Napa River. The style is typical of late 19th Century commercial architecture, a two-story brick Italianate Victorian with a cast iron and glass storefront.
There are two plaques on the Winship-Smernes Building:
Winship Building 1888
When E.A. Winship arrived from Minneapolis in 1887, it became clear that he was a gentleman and that he had money to invest. In March 1888, he purchased this site for $15,000 and announced plans for a brick building. This building, designed by Luther M. Turton, is one of the most notable of its time. In quality of design and location in the heart of town, it recalls the excitement of the period and the promise that it held.
Dedicated By
Sam Brannan Chapter No. 1004
E Clampus Vitus, March 21, 1987
Winship Building 1985
This building was restored in 1985 by architect Dan Peterson AIA, builder William Cocke, and developer Ging Chan. The project won a Napa Chamber of Commerce civic improvement award for historic preservation.
Dedicated By
Sam Brannan Chapter No. 1004
E Clampus Vitus, March 21, 1987