National Register of Historic Places listings in Hempstead County, Arkansas facts for kids
Welcome to Hempstead County, Arkansas! This page is all about special places here that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important buildings, areas, and sites in Hempstead County, Arkansas, United States, that are recognized for their history and special meaning.
Think of it like a national "hall of fame" for old buildings and places. When a place is on this list, it means it's worth protecting and remembering because it tells us a lot about the past. There are 28 places in Hempstead County on this list, and one of them is even a National Historic Landmark – that's an even higher honor! Some places were once on the list but have been removed, maybe because they were changed or no longer exist.
Current Historic Places
Here are some of the cool and important places in Hempstead County that are currently on the National Register of Historic Places.
Brundidge Building
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The Brundidge Building is located on West 2nd Street in Hope. It was added to the National Register in 1990. This building is a piece of history in downtown Hope.
Bill Clinton Birthplace
This house at 117 South Hervey Street in Hope is very special. It's the birthplace of Bill Clinton, who later became the 42nd President of the United States. It was listed in 1994 and is a National Historic Site. It's a great place to learn about his early life.
Confederate State Capitol
Located on Main Street in Washington, this building was once the Confederate State Capitol. It's a very important historical site, added to the National Register in 1972. It's also part of the Camden Expedition Sites National Historic Landmark, which includes several important Civil War locations.
Dooley's Ferry Fortifications Historic District
This historic district is found on the bluffs above Dooley's Ferry, near Spring Hill. It was listed in 2004. This area likely holds old military defenses or structures from a past conflict, showing how people protected important river crossings.
Ethridge House
The Ethridge House is at 511 North Main Street in Hope. It was added to the National Register in 1993. This house is a good example of the architecture and homes from its time period in Hope.
Foster House (420 South Spruce Street)
This Foster House, located at 420 South Spruce Street in Hope, was listed in 1991. It's a 1918 American Foursquare style house, which means it's a simple, boxy home. It also has cool details from the Prairie and Craftsman styles of architecture.
Foster House (303 North Hervey Street)
Another Foster House is found at 303 North Hervey Street in Hope. This one was added to the National Register in 1982. It's another example of the historic homes in the area.
Goodlett Gin
The Goodlett Gin is located at 799 Franklin Street in Washington. It was listed in 1975. A "gin" is a machine that separates cotton fibers from their seeds. This historic gin tells us about the farming and industry that was important in the region long ago.
Hempstead County Courthouse
You can find the Hempstead County Courthouse at the corner of 5th and Washington Streets in Hope. It was built in 1939 and is a great example of Art Deco style architecture, which was popular at that time. It was added to the National Register in 1994.
Hope Girl Scout Little House
The Hope Girl Scout Little House is on the northeast corner of Jones Street and Fair Park in Hope. It was listed in 2015. This building has been important for the Girl Scouts in the community for many years.
Hope Historic Commercial District
This historic district in Hope includes many buildings roughly bounded by the Union Pacific railroad tracks, Louisiana Street, 3rd Street, and Walnut Street. It was listed in 1995. This area shows what the main business part of Hope looked like in the past.
McRae House
The McRae House is at 1113 East 3rd Street in Hope. It was added to the National Register in 1982. It's another historic home that helps tell the story of the area.
Missouri Pacific Railroad Depot-Hope
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This old train station is north of the junction of East Division and Main Streets in Hope. It was listed in 1992. It was once a busy place for trains and travelers. It reopened as the Hope (Amtrak station) in 2013, so you can still catch a train there today!
Mounds Cemetery
This unique cemetery is on County Road 13 northwest of Columbus. It was listed in 2013. It's the resting place for some of Hempstead County's very first settlers and is built around two ancient Indian mounds.
North Elm Street Historic District
This historic district in Hope is roughly bounded by the Union Pacific railroad tracks, Hervey Street, G Avenue, and Hazel Street. It was listed in 1995. It has 54 buildings built between 1890 and 1945, showing many different architectural styles from that time.
North Washington Street Historic District
This historic district is on the eastern side of North Washington Street between B and E Streets in Hope. It was added to the National Register in 1995. It's another area that shows the historical look and feel of Hope.
Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church
The Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church is on County Road 16 in Blevins. It was listed in 2003. This church has been an important part of the community for many years.
Grandison D. Royston House
The Grandison D. Royston House is on Water Street, southwest of Columbus Street, in Washington. It was added to the National Register in 1971. This house belonged to Grandison D. Royston, an important person in Arkansas history.
Nesburt T. Ruggles House
The Nesburt T. Ruggles House is on the eastern side of Highway 32, southeast of Shover Springs. It was listed in 1994. This house is another example of the historic homes in the rural parts of Hempstead County.
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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St. Mark's Episcopal Church is at 3rd and Elm Streets in Hope. It was built in 1904 and is a beautiful example of Gothic Revival style architecture, which looks a bit like old European churches. It was listed in 1976.
Southwestern Proving Ground Airport Historic District
This historic district is located at the Hope Municipal Airport, on Airport Road in Hope. It was listed in 1999. This area was once a "proving ground" built in 1941, where military weapons and ammunition were tested. It played an important role during World War II.
Southwestern Proving Ground Buildings
Several individual buildings from the Southwestern Proving Ground are also listed:
- Building No. 4: Located at 259 County Road 279 in Hope. Listed in 2009.
- Building No. 5: Also at 259 County Road 279 in Hope. Listed in 2009.
- Building No. 129: At 195 County Road 279 in Hope. Listed in 2009.
These buildings were all part of the large military testing complex.
Southwestern Proving Ground Officers Quarters Historic District
This historic district is at 359-383 Oakhaven in Oakhaven. It was listed in 2008. These were the homes for the officers who worked at the Southwestern Proving Ground.
Ward-Jackson House
The Ward-Jackson House is at 122 North Louisiana in Hope. This beautiful Victorian style house was built in 1903 and was listed in 1989. Victorian homes often have lots of fancy details and different shapes.
Washington Confederate Monument
This monument is located on US 278, northwest of its junction with Highway 32, in Washington. It was listed in 1996. Monuments like this are built to remember historical events or people.
Washington Historic District
The Washington Historic District in Washington includes many buildings that match the original layout of the city from 1824. It was listed in 1972. This district helps preserve the old town's look and feel, letting visitors step back in time.
Former Listings
Sometimes, a place that was once on the National Register of Historic Places might be removed. This can happen if the building is destroyed, moved, or changed so much that it no longer has its original historical importance. Here are some places that were once listed in Hempstead County:
- Carrigan House: This house in Hope was removed from the list in 2008.
- Columbus Presbyterian Church: Located in Columbus, this church was unfortunately destroyed by fire and removed from the list in 2013.
- Dr. Thomas S. Jacques House: This house near McCaskill was delisted in 2013.
- Ozan Methodist Church: This church in Ozan was removed from the list in 1999.
Images for kids
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The Carrigan House, a former listing in Hope.
