National Register of Historic Places listings in Barnes County, North Dakota facts for kids

This article is about special places in Barnes County, North Dakota that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This register is like an official list of buildings, sites, and objects that are important to the history of the United States. When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its historical or architectural value.

In Barnes County, there are 13 places currently on this list. One other place was on the list but has since been removed. You can see where these historic places are located on a map.

Historic Places in Barnes County

These are the places in Barnes County that are recognized for their historical importance. Each one tells a part of the story of this area.

Schools and Education

Alderman School District #78

This old school building is located about 11 miles north of Valley City. It was added to the list in 2013. It represents the history of education in the area.

Green Consolidated School

The Green Consolidated School is another historic school building in Barnes County. It's located at 39 R Street SE in Valley City. This school was added to the National Register in 2011.

State Normal School at Valley City Historic District

This historic district includes several buildings that were once part of the State Normal School in Valley City. A "normal school" was a special type of school that trained teachers. This district was recognized in 1995.

Important Buildings in Valley City

All Saints' Episcopal Church

Located at 516 North Central Avenue in Valley City, this church is a beautiful historic building. It was added to the National Register in 1992, showing its importance to the community's history and architecture.

Barnes County Courthouse

The courthouse for Barnes County is located at 491 Second Avenue NW in Valley City. This building is where important government decisions for the county are made. It became a historic place in 1985.

The Barnes County Courthouse, a historic building.

Rudolf Hotel

The Rudolf Hotel, found at Central Avenue and 2nd Street in Valley City, was once a busy place for travelers and visitors. It was added to the National Register in 1983, preserving its history as a landmark hotel.

The historic Rudolf Hotel in Valley City.

US Post Office-Valley City

The United States Post Office in Valley City, located at 149 NE 3rd Street, is also a historic site. This building has served the community by handling mail for many years. It was listed in 1989.

The historic US Post Office in Valley City.

Valley City Carnegie Library

The Valley City Carnegie Library, at 413 Central Avenue, is a special building because it was funded by Andrew Carnegie, a famous businessman who helped build many libraries. It became a historic place in 1979.

The Valley City Carnegie Library.

Valley City Municipal Auditorium

This large building at 320 Central Avenue South in Valley City has hosted many events for the community. The Municipal Auditorium was added to the National Register in 2008.

Transportation and Infrastructure

Midland Continental Railroad Depot

The Midland Continental Railroad Depot is located at 401 Railway Street in Wimbledon. Train depots were very important for travel and trade in the past. This depot was listed in 2003.

The Midland Continental Railroad Depot in Wimbledon.

West Park Bridge

The West Park Bridge crosses the Sheyenne River at 4th Street SW in Valley City. Bridges are important for connecting communities. This bridge was recognized as historic in 1997.

Other Notable Sites

Amphitheater and Fieldstone WPA Features at Valley City Pioneer Park

This site in Valley City Pioneer Park includes an amphitheater and special stone features. These were built in 1937 by the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The WPA was a government program during the Great Depression that created jobs by building public projects. This site was listed in 2011.

Ladbury Church

The Ladbury Church is located about 6 miles east of Dazey. This historic church building was added to the National Register in 2005.

Former Historic Places

Sometimes, a place that was once on the National Register of Historic Places might be removed. This usually happens if the building is changed too much or is no longer standing.

Rainbow Arch Bridge

The Rainbow Arch Bridge in Valley City used to cross the Sheyenne River at Main Street East. It was listed as a historic place in 1997. However, this bridge was taken down in 2004, so it is no longer on the list.

The former Rainbow Arch Bridge in Valley City.