Barney, Arkansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barney, Arkansas
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 Barney, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Barney, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Faulkner |
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 501 |
| GNIS feature ID | 57331 |
Barney is a small place in Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
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Discovering Barney, Arkansas
Barney is located in the beautiful state of Arkansas. It's found in Faulkner County, which is a county in the central part of the state.
Where is Barney Located?
You can find Barney along Arkansas Highway 107. It's about 3.9 miles (or 6.3 kilometers) north of another community called Enola. Imagine driving on a highway, and you'll pass right by Barney!
A Special Place Nearby: Blessing Farmstead
Close to Barney, there's a really interesting historical site called the Blessing Farmstead. A farmstead is basically a farm, including all its buildings. This particular farmstead is very important. It's listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the National Register of Historic Places?
The National Register of Historic Places is like a special list. It includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture. When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its historical value. It helps protect these places for future generations to learn from and enjoy. The Blessing Farmstead near Barney is one of these special places!
