About this property
The Washington County Jail is a historic former civic building at 90 South College Avenue in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Built in 1896, this building was the fourth to serve as county jail, and was in use until 1973, making it the longest tenured in county history. The Romanesque Revival building was designed by W. B. Reese, and is locally unusual and distinctive for its medieval appearance.
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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 78000638. It was listed on December 1, 1978.
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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 Washington County Jail listed on the National Register?
Washington County Jail was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 1, 1978.
What type of historic resource is Washington County Jail?
Washington County Jail is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Washington County Jail?
The period of significance for Washington County Jail is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1896.
Can I research the history near Washington County Jail?
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