National Register of Historic Places

Selph Building

Stillwater, Payne County, Oklahoma
Listed
September 11, 1983
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
83002119

About this property

The Selph Building is one of the first commercial buildings to be built in the downtown area of Stillwater, Oklahoma. The structure was built in 1913, and was originally designed to house a physician's office on its second floor. The first floor was used for various commercial enterprises including a shoe repair shop and cafe. The Selph was one of the first buildings to provide for a public restroom. The Selph is an 18-foot storefront, 85 ft (26 m) deep on the first floor, with a second floor 30 ft (9.1 m) deep. The building is of red brick with limestone trim. On the south facade there is a brick outhouse. Other nearby historic buildings include the Santa Fe Depot, the Citizens Bank Building, the Hoke Building, the Walker Building, and the Courthouse. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 12, 1983.

Location

119 W. 7th Ave.
Stillwater, Payne County, Oklahoma
36.11431, -97.05953

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Nearby Historic Sites

Hoke Building
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0 mi
Walker Building
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Payne County Courthouse
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0.1 mi
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0.1 mi
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0.2 mi

Nearby Battles

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Doolin Gang — Battle of Ingalls, Oklahoma Territory
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When was Selph Building listed on the National Register?

Selph Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 11, 1983.

What type of historic resource is Selph Building?

Selph Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Selph Building?

The period of significance for Selph Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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