About this property
Elmwood Cemetery, also known historically as the Poor Farm Cemetery, is a historic cemetery at Zero and South 24th Streets in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Established in 1891, it is on the grounds of Sebastian County's first poor farm, purchased by the county in 1890. It remained in use at least into the 1940s, and is the only surviving visible element of the poor farm.
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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 100002004. It was listed on January 26, 2018.
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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 Elmwood Cemetery listed on the National Register?
Elmwood Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 26, 2018.
What type of historic resource is Elmwood Cemetery?
Elmwood Cemetery is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Elmwood Cemetery?
The period of significance for Elmwood Cemetery is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1890.
Can I research the history near Elmwood Cemetery?
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