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The high number of historic sites and neighborhoods that were identified underscores the significance of historic resources in the Downtown. Several of the prominent individual Main Street sites include: _ tom. 4,1 r ..� Y : } art: _ �� ` T Johnston �° P it. �{ �.. VALL ! :-; Building MAIN ST :, • The Johnston Building located at 465 Main Street is a fine example of brick construction using Romanesque-style architecture. This two-story building was constructed in 1896 as one of Pleasanton's first commercial speculation buildings. • The Kolln Hardware Store at 600 Main Street is an example of Victorian Revival-style architecture. It was constructed in 1890 and has been used as a hardware store since 1905. Through the years, it has maintained much of its original character including oak floors and many of the original store fixtures. The store was extensively remodeled in 2008 and converted to a bank and retail stores but retains its historical significance. • The "Pleasanton" Arch Sign has been identified as the gateway to the Downtown since 1932 when it was constructed for $538 from funds donated by the Women's Improvement Club. • The original Pleasanton Town Hall located at 603 Main Street was designed in the Mediterranean style in 1915 on land donated by the Women's Improvement Club.The building has also housed the City library and in later years served as the headquarters for the Police Department. In 1984, after extensive historic renovation, the building became the current home of the Livermore-Amador Valley Historical Museum. Page 3 of 12