National Register of Historic Places listings in Logan County, Oklahoma facts for kids
This article is about the special places in Logan County, Oklahoma, that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This register is like a special list of buildings, areas, or objects that are important to the history of the United States.
Logan County has 16 places on this list. One of them is even more special and is called a National Historic Landmark. These places help us remember important events and people from the past.
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Historic Places in Logan County
Logan County is home to many interesting historic sites. Most of these are found in the city of Guthrie, which was once the capital of Oklahoma.
Guthrie's Historic Buildings
- Carnegie Library: This beautiful building was built in 1902. It was one of many libraries funded by Andrew Carnegie, a famous businessman. It's located at Oklahoma Avenue and Ash Street.
- Co-Operative Publishing Company Building: Found at Harrison Avenue and 2nd Street, this building was once home to a publishing company. It was added to the list in 1973.
- Excelsior Library: Another historic library in Guthrie, located at 323 South 2nd Street. It joined the list in 2016.
- Guthrie Armory: An armory is a place where military equipment is stored and soldiers train. The Guthrie Armory, at 720 East Logan, became historic in 1994.
- Guthrie Historic District: This is not just one building, but a whole area of Guthrie! It includes many blocks roughly bounded by 14th Street, College Avenue, Pine Street, and Lincoln Avenue. This district is so important that it's a National Historic Landmark. It shows what a busy and important city Guthrie was long ago.
- Logan County Courthouse: The courthouse is where important legal and government work for Logan County happens. It's located at 301 East Harrison Street and was added to the register in 1984.
- St. Joseph Convent and Academy: This historic site, located off State Highway 33, was once a convent and an academy (a type of school). It was recognized in 1979.
- Scottish Rite Temple: This grand building at 900 East Oklahoma is a meeting place for a group called the Scottish Rite. It's known for its impressive architecture and was listed in 1987.
Historic Sites in Other Towns
- Angie Debo House: In Marshall, at 200 Oklahoma Avenue, is the home of Angie Debo. She was a famous historian who wrote many books about Oklahoma and Native American history. Her house was listed in 1996.
- Methodist Church of Marshall: This church, located off State Highway 74 in Marshall, has been a part of the community for a long time. It was added to the register in 1984.
- Langston University Cottage Row Historic District: At Langston, on the southwestern part of the Langston University campus, is a historic district with several cottages. Langston University is a historically Black university, and these cottages are an important part of its history. This district was listed in 1999.
- Morris House: Also in Langston, at 221 Tolson Boulevard, is the Morris House. It was added to the register in 1994.
- Mulhall United Methodist Church: In Mulhall, at Bryant and Craig Streets, stands the Mulhall United Methodist Church. It became a historic site in 1984.
- Oklahoma State Bank Building: Also in Mulhall, at Baty and Main Streets, is the old Oklahoma State Bank Building. It was listed in 1984.
Images for kids
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The Carnegie Library in Guthrie.
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The Co-Operative Publishing Company Building.
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The Guthrie Armory building.
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A view of downtown Guthrie, part of the Historic District.
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The Logan County Courthouse.
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The Scottish Rite Temple in Guthrie.
