MPS East Austin MRA Added to NRHP 17 September 1985 | Built c. 1880 NRHP Reference # 85002295 | |
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The Haehnel Building is a historic commercial building in east-central Austin, Texas. The building was constructed c. 1880 and served many commercial purposes throughout the 20th century. Recently it was known as Shorty's Bar, a popular hangout for the local population (largely African-American).
In 1999 the building underwent a renovation as part of a larger renewal project for east downtown Austin.
The building is located at 1101 E. 11th Street. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 17, 1985.
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