National Register of Historic Places

Thorp Grade School

Thorp, Kittitas County, Washington
Listed
July 15, 2009
Type
Site
Period
Listed
Ref No.
09000541

About this property

Thorp Grade School is a notable building located in Thorp, Washington, United States. On July 16, 2009, it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places as a significant example of American rural education. Built at a cost of $41,000 during the depths of the Great Depression using WPA funds, the building still stands and has been used continuously by Thorp School District No. 400 since its construction. A finely crafted red brick Colonial Revival structure, it was designed by the noted Northwest architect John W. Maloney.

Location

10831 N. Thorp Hwy.
Thorp, Kittitas County, Washington
47.07080, -120.67593

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Sources

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When was Thorp Grade School listed on the National Register?

Thorp Grade School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 15, 2009.

What type of historic resource is Thorp Grade School?

Thorp Grade School is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Thorp Grade School?

The period of significance for Thorp Grade School is recorded as the listed era.

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