National Register of Historic Places

Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory

Ashland, Jackson County, Oregon
Listed
September 9, 1987
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
87001564

About this property

The Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory, also known as The Historic Ashland Armory, is an armory building located in the historic district of Ashland, Oregon, in the United States. It was designed by William C. Knighton, Oregon's first State Architect, and was built from 1912 to 1913. The armory displays California Mission and Gothic Revival architectural styles and remains one of four pre-World War I armories in western Oregon. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It has been a cultural center, event space and music venue for the local community since the 1950s. It is also a commercial office space with over 25 office rentals.

Location

208 Oak St.
Ashland, Jackson County, Oregon
42.19869, -122.71312

Categories

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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When was Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory listed on the National Register?

Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 9, 1987.

What type of historic resource is Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory?

Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory?

The period of significance for Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory is recorded as the industrial era.

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