National Register of Historic Places

Last Chance Store

Council Grove, Morris County, Kansas
Listed
June 20, 1971
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
71000322

About this property

The Last Chance Store was built in 1857 along the Santa Fe Trail at Council Grove, Kansas. Located where the trail crossed the Neosho River, it was the last store in the settlement before the river. It was operated by Tom Hill as a trading post, as well as a post office and a polling place. The structure is constructed of local limestone, irregularly course, with a gable room and some quoining at the corners. The building marks a transition from the Frontier style of construction to the Prairie Vernacular style. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 21, 1971. The store contributes to the National Historic Landmark Council Grove Historic District.

Location

500 W. Main St.
Council Grove, Morris County, Kansas
38.66306, -96.49334

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

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When was Last Chance Store listed on the National Register?

Last Chance Store was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 20, 1971.

What type of historic resource is Last Chance Store?

Last Chance Store is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Last Chance Store?

The period of significance for Last Chance Store is recorded as the industrial era.

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