The Prospect Avenue “Spite” House
Circa 1880
Built by Jason Downer, it is one of the finest Queen Anne style residences in the city.
The first notable tenant was Horace Ruble, Minister to Switzerland, head of the Republican Party of Wisconsin for many years and former editor of the Milwaukee Sentinel. He is also known for bringing noted actress Sarah Bernhardt to the United States.
Designated March 15, 1987
National Register of Historic Places
Marker is on North Prospect Avenue (Wisconsin Route 32) north of East Juneau Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Courtesy hmdb.org
