About this property
The former Newton County Jail is located at the junction of Spring and Elm Streets in Jasper, Arkansas. Built of local stone c. 1903–04, it served as a local lockup until 2009, when a new jail was opened.
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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 94001414. It was listed on December 1, 1994.
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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 Newton County Jail listed on the National Register?
Newton County Jail was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 1, 1994.
What type of historic resource is Newton County Jail?
Newton County Jail is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Newton County Jail?
The period of significance for Newton County Jail is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1903.
Can I research the history near Newton County Jail?
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