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AKA: Winehill, Matilda, Block, Bread of Life Mission, Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA
Structure Type: built works - commercial buildings - office buildings; built works - commercial buildings - stores
Designers: [unspecified]
Dates: constructed 1945
Beginning in 1945, the Bread of Life Rescue Mission has occupied space in the Matilda Whitehill Block (1889-1890). A landmark, mid-century, neon sign hangs from the building's exterior. This portion of Pioneer Square near Skid Road on Yesler, had a high proportion of single-men and bars for most of its history. Alcoholism and homelessness have been chronic issues.
PCAD id: 12731
