About this property
Arkansas Baptist College (ABC) is a private Baptist-affiliated historically black college in Little Rock, Arkansas. Founded in 1884 as the Minister's Institute, while later renaming it to its current name in April 1885, ABC was initially funded by the Colored Baptists of the State of Arkansas. It is the only historically black Baptist school west of the Mississippi River.
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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 76000457. It was listed on April 29, 1976.
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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 Main Building, Arkansas Baptist College listed on the National Register?
Main Building, Arkansas Baptist College was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 29, 1976.
What type of historic resource is Main Building, Arkansas Baptist College?
Main Building, Arkansas Baptist College is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Main Building, Arkansas Baptist College?
The period of significance for Main Building, Arkansas Baptist College is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1884.
Can I research the history near Main Building, Arkansas Baptist College?
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