National Register of Historic Places

Atlantic High School

Atlantic, Cass County, Iowa
Listed
October 23, 2002
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
02001248

About this property

Atlantic High School (commonly known as AHS) is a rural public high school in Atlantic, Iowa, United States, and serves students in grades nine through twelve. It is a part of the Atlantic Community School District, which serves Atlantic and Marne. The AHS mascot is the Trojans and their colors are black and gold. The old high school building, now used as the middle school, was built in 1937 as part of the Public Works Administration during the Great Depression and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. One notable alum is Todd A. Hensley, a district associate judge for Iowa's Third Judicial District.

Location

1100 Linn St.
Atlantic, Cass County, Iowa
41.39957, -95.00708

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When was Atlantic High School listed on the National Register?

Atlantic High School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 23, 2002.

What type of historic resource is Atlantic High School?

Atlantic High School is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Atlantic High School?

The period of significance for Atlantic High School is recorded as the industrial era.

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