Kress Building, Bakersfield

Kress Building, Bakersfield

The Kress Building is situated in downtown Bakersfield, facing 19th Street and K Street. It was built in 1931 out of reinforced steel and brick. The designer of this splendid Art Deco building was American architect Edward Sibbert. It originally housed the Kress Department Store but now serves as an office building.

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Kress Building on Map

Sight Name: Kress Building
Sight Location: Bakersfield, USA (See walking tours in Bakersfield)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Bakersfield, California

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Create Your Own Walk in Bakersfield

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Bakersfield Historical Buildings Tour

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Bakersfield Introduction Walking Tour

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles