National Register of Historic Places listings in Haakon County, South Dakota facts for kids

Where Haakon County is located in South Dakota

Welcome to Haakon County, South Dakota! This page tells you 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 in the past. When a place is on this list, it means it's worth protecting and remembering.

In Haakon County, there are a few places that have earned a spot on this important list. We'll explore them here!

Historic Places You Can See Now

These are the buildings and sites in Haakon County that are currently on the National Register of Historic Places. They are still standing and recognized for their historical value.

The Waddell Block in Philip

The Waddell Block is a historic building located in the town of Philip, South Dakota. It's found on East Pine Street.

• What it is: The Waddell Block is a building that was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 24, 2010.
• Where it is: You can find it in Philip, which is the county seat of Haakon County.
• Why it's special: Buildings like the Waddell Block often show us how towns grew and how people lived and worked many years ago. They can have unique architectural styles from the time they were built.

The Waddell Block building in Philip

A Place That Was Once Historic

Sometimes, a building or site might be removed from the National Register of Historic Places. This can happen if it changes too much, or if it's no longer there.

The Former Bank of Midland Building

The Bank of Midland Building was once a listed historic place in the town of Midland, South Dakota. It was located on Main Street.

• When it was listed: This building was first added to the National Register on August 13, 1986.
• When it was removed: It was later removed from the list on April 11, 2014.
• What happened: Buildings are delisted if they are destroyed, moved, or changed so much that they lose their historic importance. The Bank of Midland Building is no longer on the list.

The Bank of Midland Building, which was once a historic site

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  Location of Haakon County in South Dakota

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  The Waddell Block building in Philip

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  The Bank of Midland Building, which was once a historic site