About this property
Old Main is the oldest building on the University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It is one of the most recognizable symbols of the university (especially to alumni and residents of the state of Arkansas), and of higher education in general in Arkansas.
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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 70000131. It was listed on June 14, 1970.
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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 Old Main, University of Arkansas listed on the National Register?
Old Main, University of Arkansas was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 14, 1970.
What type of historic resource is Old Main, University of Arkansas?
Old Main, University of Arkansas is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Old Main, University of Arkansas?
The period of significance for Old Main, University of Arkansas is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Old Main, University of Arkansas?
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