About this property
The Prescott Commercial Historic District encompasses the historic commercial core of Prescott, Arkansas, the county seat of Nevada County. Prescott was laid out in 1873, after the railroad was built through the area that is now Nevada County, and the railroad has played a significant role in the city's development. The railroad today bisects the commercial core of the city, which extends for several city blocks away from the railroad. The historic district includes all of the major civic buildings of the city, including the courthouse, post office, and the old Prescott City Jail. The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008.
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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 08000818. It was listed on December 24, 2008.
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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 Prescott Commercial Historic District listed on the National Register?
Prescott Commercial Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 24, 2008.
What type of historic resource is Prescott Commercial Historic District?
Prescott Commercial Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Prescott Commercial Historic District?
The period of significance for Prescott Commercial Historic District is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1873.
Can I research the history near Prescott Commercial Historic District?
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