Rich–Schwartz Building Explained

Rich–Schwartz Building
Location:202-204 N. 6th Ave., Nashville, Tennessee
Coordinates:36.1631°N -86.7822°W
Architect:Morris, Sidney, and Associates
Builder:Marr and Holman
Architecture:Art Deco
Added:October 10, 1984
Refnum:84000091

The Rich–Schwartz Building is a historic building in Nashville, Tennessee. Also known as the Rich, Schwartz & Joseph building, it is named for Julius Rich, Leo Schwartz, and Arthur Joseph.

History

The four-story building was completed circa 1930.[1] It was designed in the Art Deco style by the architectural firm Marr and Holman.[1] It was built on land which belonged to Howell Campbell.[1]

The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.[2]

The building was featured in an article on the Nashville History blog page.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Marr and Holman Buildings in Downtown Nashville (1922-1936) Thematic Resources: Rich-Schwartz Building. National Park Service. January 12, 2016.
  2. Web site: Rich-Schwartz Building. National Park Service. January 12, 2016.
  3. Web site: Rich-Schwartz Building. September 24, 2016.