Eau Claire: 1880

In the 1880s, the population of Eau Claire grew steadily, reflected by improved public transportation, e.g., electric streetcars were introduced.
1880s-1890s
Queen Anne architecture dominated Eau Claire housing styles.
1880
The city had 10,000 people and Minneapolis had 40,000.
Eau Claire had more than 100 saloons.
1885
The Opera House was built and held over 1,500 people.
1888
Public water works were put to use.
1889
Chinese families ran laundries (at S. Farwell & the Eau Claire River) until 1902.
Electric streetcars were first used.

Created by Chad Pfarr on June 9, 1997.

1880s-1890s	Queen Anne architecture dominated Eau Claire housing styles.
1880	The city had 10,000 people and Minneapolis had 40,000. Eau Claire had more than 100 saloons.
1885	The Opera House was built and held over 1,500 people.
1888	Public water works were put to use.
1889	Chinese families ran laundries (at S. Farwell & the Eau Claire River) until 1902. Electric streetcars were first used.