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Welcome to Ellis County, Oklahoma! This page is all about special places here that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The National Register of Historic Places is like a special list of buildings, sites, and objects across the United States. These places are important because they tell us about history, architecture, or what life was like long ago. By putting them on this list, people agree to help protect them for future generations.

In Ellis County, there are 10 amazing places that have made it onto this important list. You can see where they are on a map if their location details are shared. Let's learn about these cool historic spots!


Exploring Ellis County's Historic Places

These are the places in Ellis County that are officially recognized as important historic sites. Each one has a unique story to tell about the past.

Name on the Register Image Date listed Location City or town Description
1 Bank of Gage
Bank of Gage
October 7, 1983
(#83004169)
Corner of Main and Cedar
36°19′14″N 99°45′26″W / 36.320516°N 99.757150°W / 36.320516; -99.757150 (Bank of Gage)
Gage This old bank building in Gage shows us what banks looked like in the past. It was added to the list in 1983.
2 George Carr Ranch House
April 10, 1985
(#85000788)
Northwest of Camargo
36°02′31″N 99°23′06″W / 36.041944°N 99.385°W / 36.041944; -99.385 (George Carr Ranch House)
Camargo This ranch house near Camargo is a reminder of the area's farming and ranching history. It became historic in 1985.
3 Davison Silo
November 14, 1978
(#78002234)
20 miles (32 km) southeast of Arnett
35°59′46″N 99°35′23″W / 35.996111°N 99.589722°W / 35.996111; -99.589722 (Davison Silo)
Arnett A silo is a tall structure used to store grain. The Davison Silo near Arnett was recognized in 1978.
4 Eggleston Springs
November 27, 1978
(#78002235)
Address Restricted
Arnett Eggleston Springs is a natural spring site near Arnett. Its exact location is kept private to help protect it. It was listed in 1978.
5 Ellis County Courthouse
Ellis County Courthouse
March 22, 1985
(#85000681)
Town Square
36°08′04″N 99°46′14″W / 36.134348°N 99.770553°W / 36.134348; -99.770553 (Ellis County Courthouse)
Arnett The Ellis County Courthouse in Arnett is where important county decisions are made. This beautiful building was added to the list in 1985.
6 Ingle Brothers Broomcorn Warehouse
December 3, 2009
(#09000975)
320 NW 1st St.
36°16′39″N 99°53′00″W / 36.277467°N 99.883269°W / 36.277467; -99.883269 (Ingle Brothers Broomcorn Warehouse)
Shattuck This warehouse in Shattuck was used for storing broomcorn, a type of plant used to make brooms. It became historic in 2009.
7 First State Bank
First State Bank
October 7, 1983
(#83004170)
239 S. Main St.
36°16′28″N 99°52′51″W / 36.274444°N 99.880833°W / 36.274444; -99.880833 (First State Bank)
Shattuck This former bank building in Shattuck was listed in 1983. It might not be standing anymore, but its history is remembered.
8 Grand Town Site
June 5, 1972
(#72001063)
14 miles south of Arnett
35°58′56″N 99°47′43″W / 35.982222°N 99.795278°W / 35.982222; -99.795278 (Grand Town Site)
Arnett The Grand Town Site is the location of an old town that no longer exists. It was recognized as historic in 1972.
9 Shattuck National Bank Building
Shattuck National Bank Building
October 7, 1983
(#83004171)
101 S. Main St.
36°16′33″N 99°52′54″W / 36.275941°N 99.881775°W / 36.275941; -99.881775 (Shattuck National Bank Building)
Shattuck This building in Shattuck, once a bank, is now the public library. It was added to the list in 1983.
10 Stock Exchange Bank
Stock Exchange Bank
October 7, 1983
(#83004173)
Main St.
36°22′34″N 99°37′25″W / 36.376036°N 99.623734°W / 36.376036; -99.623734 (Stock Exchange Bank)
Fargo The Stock Exchange Bank building in Fargo is another historic bank. It was listed in 1983.

Places Considered for the List

Sometimes, a place is thought to be important enough for the National Register, but it doesn't get fully listed. This section talks about one such place in Ellis County.

Name on the Register Image Date listed Location City or town Description
1 Harrel Bison Kill
n/a
(#13000938)
Address Restricted
Camargo The Harrel Bison Kill site near Camargo was considered for the list in 2013. It's a place where ancient people hunted bison. Its exact location is kept private.
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