National Register of Historic Places listings in Carroll County, Arkansas facts for kids
This page is a list of special places in Carroll County, Arkansas that are officially recognized as important historical sites. These places are part of the National Register of Historic Places in the United States. Think of it like a national list of treasures that tell stories about the past!
In Carroll County, there are 29 places and areas on this list. One place was on the list before but has since been removed.
Cool Historic Places in Carroll County
Here are some of the amazing historic places you can find in Carroll County:
Bridges and Buildings
- Beaver Bridge
* This cool bridge, also known as the "Little Golden Gate Bridge," crosses the White River on Highway 187 near Beaver. It was added to the list in 1990.
- Berryville Agriculture Building and Gymnasium
* In Berryville, there's an old Agriculture Building and a Gymnasium that were important for the community. They were added to the list in 1992.
- Berryville Commercial Historic District
* The Public Square in Berryville is a special historic area. Many of the old buildings here show what the town looked like long ago. It became a historic district in 2016.
- Berryville Post Office
* The Post Office building at 101 East Madison Avenue in Berryville is also a historic spot, added in 1998.
- Carroll County Courthouse, Eastern District
* The courthouse in Berryville, located on the Public Square, has been a key building for the county for a long time. It was listed in 1976.
- Concord School House
* This old schoolhouse at 805 County Road 309 near Eureka Springs was an important place for learning in the past. It was added to the list in 2009.
- W.D. Crawford House
* This historic house near Cisco was listed in 1992. It's a great example of homes from that time.
- Crescent Hotel
* The famous Crescent Hotel at 75 Prospect Avenue in Eureka Springs is a grand old hotel with a lot of history. It was added to the list in 2016.
- Dog Branch School
* Located south of U.S. Highway 412 near Osage, this old school building was listed in 1992.
- Green Forest Water Tower
* The water tower in Green Forest, located southeast of South Springfield Street and East 2nd Street, is a landmark that was listed in 2007.
- Mo-Ark Baptist Academy
* Near Blue Eye, the Mo-Ark Baptist Academy was an important educational institution. It was added to the list in 1996.
- Mulladay Hollow Bridge
* This bridge on County Road 61, crossing Mulladay Hollow Creek near Eureka Springs, was listed in 1990.
- Old U.S. 62, Busch Segment
* Parts of the old U.S. Highway 62 near Busch (County Roads 107, 109, and 173) are historic because they show how roads were built long ago. This segment was listed in 2008.
- Quigley's Castle
* This unique home at 274 Quigley's Castle Road in Eureka Springs is known for its unusual design. It was listed in 2003.
- Sanitarium Lake Bridges Historic District
* This historic area includes bridges on County Road 317 near Eureka Springs, listed in 2010.
- Shady Grove Delmar Church and School
* Near Delmar, this church and school building on County Road 933 tells a story of community life. It was added to the list in 2015.
- Stamps Store
* The Stamps Store on Arkansas Highway 103 south of U.S. Highway 412 in Osage was an important local business. It was listed in 1990.
- Tall Pines Motor Inn
* This old motor inn on U.S. Highway 62 in Eureka Springs was a popular place for travelers. It was listed in 1999.
- Thorncrown Chapel
* Thorncrown Chapel, located on U.S. Highway 62 west of Eureka Springs, is a famous glass chapel known for its beautiful design. It was listed in 2000.
- U.S. 62 White River Bridge
* This bridge carries U.S. Highway 62 over the White River near Eureka Springs. It was recognized as historic in 2008.
- Winona Church and School
* On Rockhouse Road near Winona Springs, this church and school building was listed in 1991.
- Yell Masonic Lodge Hall
* This two-story wooden building on County Road 912, off U.S. Route 412 in Carrollton, was built in 1876 and served as a meeting place. It was listed in 1984.
Natural and Recreational Areas
- Blue Spring Shelter
* This prehistoric site at the Blue Spring Heritage Center near Eureka Springs is important because it shows evidence of Native American life long ago. It was listed in 2002.
- Eureka Springs Historic District
* Most of Eureka Springs and its surrounding areas are part of a large historic district. This means many buildings and streets in the town are protected because of their historical importance. It was first listed in 1970.
- Lake Leatherwood Park Historic District
* Between U.S. Highway 62 and Highway 23 at Leatherwood Lake, this park area is a historic district. It was listed in 1998.
- Lake Leatherwood Recreational Facilities
* The recreational facilities at the end of County Road 61 near Eureka Springs were also listed in 1992. These facilities were important for outdoor fun and relaxation.
Other Historic Sites
- Carroll County Poor Farm Cemetery
* This cemetery near Pleasant Valley was listed in 2006. It's a quiet place that reminds us of the past.
Former Listing
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 no longer exists.
- James C. Chaney House
* This house in Osage was removed from the list in 2006.
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Location of Carroll County in Arkansas
