The Stillwater Commercial Historic District was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1992 and is also locally designated, with a slightly different boundary (known as the Downtown Design Review District.  The heyday of the district represents the period 1860s-1911.  Architecturally, the properties in the district represent several prominent styles and reflect the economic underpinnings of the local economy during the period of significance. To learn more about the history of this district, please visit:

National Register of Historic Places Registration Form

National Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheets

Exterior alterations, including painting and the installation of signs, require Design Permit approval from the City’s Heritage Preservation Commission. Please visit the Downtown Design Review Overlay District and Permitting pages for more information