About this property
The Gurdon Jail is a historic city jail at West Joslyn and Front Streets in Gurdon, Arkansas. The single-story brick building, which contains two cells, was built in 1907 by the co-owner of the local brick company, M.D. Lowe. It is the only such structure in the city, and is one of a few surviving buildings from Gurdon's boom time as a lumber town in the early 20th century.
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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 89001959. It was listed on November 13, 1989.
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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 Gurdon Jail listed on the National Register?
Gurdon Jail was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1989.
What type of historic resource is Gurdon Jail?
Gurdon Jail is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Gurdon Jail?
The period of significance for Gurdon Jail is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1907.
Can I research the history near Gurdon Jail?
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