About this property
The Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District encompasses two historic buildings on the campus of Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia, Arkansas. Cross Hall and Nelson Hall were both built in 1936 by the Public Works Administration (PWA) as dormitories for boys and girls, respectively. They are two-story L-shaped brick buildings with Colonial Revival and Collegiate Gothic stylistic elements.
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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 09001240. It was listed on January 20, 2010.
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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 Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District listed on the National Register?
Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 20, 2010.
What type of historic resource is Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District?
Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District?
The period of significance for Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1936.
Can I research the history near Cross and Nelson Hall Historic District?
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