34. National Guard Armory, 2730 Oakes Avenue

National Guard Armory, 2730 Oakes Avenue (1920-21; altered 1963) Architect/Builder: Louis Svartz, original; Harold Johnson, alterations) The original armory structure has been covered by later alterations in the Stripped Classical style. There’s a beautiful red brick building hiding under the stucco. The two-story building has a slightly T-shaped footprint. (It is notable here but non-contributing to the historic district.)