The City of West Allis recognizes its historical sites and neighborhoods through a local designation process led by the West Allis Historical Commission. Currently, the City has designated ten local sites and two local neighborhoods for their historic qualities.
West Allis Historic Properties
- Garfield School – Historical Society Building – 8405 W National Ave
Frank Seneca Gas Station, 1647 S. 76th St. - Seneca Station – 1647 S 76 St
- U.S. Post Office – 7440 W Greenfield Ave
- Kegel’s Inn – 5901-05 W National Ave
- Koelsch Funeral Home – 7622 W Greenfield Ave
- McMicken, Alexander & Pauline House – 1508 S 80 St
- Fire Station #1 – 7300 W National Ave
- Rudolph and Alice Pfister House – 1627 S 56 St
- Douville Mansion – 8323 W Burnham St
- West Allis Farmers Market – 6501 W National Ave
West Allis Historic Neighborhoods
- Juneau Highlands
- Kopperud Park Historic Residential District
State and National Designations
Surveys and Reports
To further the mission of Historic Preservation in West Allis, the City commissions and supports various surveys and reports to help identify our local heritage.
City of West Allis Historical & Architectural Resources Survey
Popular Houses of West Allis – 1880-1980
Historic Preservation Resources and Forms