About this property
The Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District encompasses the historic commercial core of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, the county seat of Clark County. Arkadelphia was settled in 1842, and its commercial district is located in one of the older parts of the city, near the Ouachita River. Most of the buildings were built between c. 1890 and c. 1920, and are built out of brick and masonry; the oldest building in the district is estimated to have been built in 1870.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 11000464. It was listed on July 19, 2011.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District listed on the National Register?
Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 19, 2011.
What type of historic resource is Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District?
Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District?
The period of significance for Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1842.
Can I research the history near Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District?
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