About this property
The Museum of Regional History (originally the Texarkana Historical Museum) is a local history museum in Texarkana, Texas. It is the first and oldest museum in the Texarkana metropolitan area; it was established in 1971. It is located in the Offenhauser Insurance Building, which was built in 1879, making it the oldest brick building in the city.
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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 71000922. It was listed on February 24, 1971.
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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 Offenhauser Insurance Building listed on the National Register?
Offenhauser Insurance Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 24, 1971.
What type of historic resource is Offenhauser Insurance Building?
Offenhauser Insurance Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Offenhauser Insurance Building?
The period of significance for Offenhauser Insurance Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1879.
Can I research the history near Offenhauser Insurance Building?
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