National Register of Historic Places listings in Lucas County, Iowa facts for kids

Location of Lucas County in Iowa

Did you know that many old buildings and places are super important because of their history? In the United States, there's a special list called the National Register of Historic Places. It helps protect and celebrate places that are important to American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture.

Lucas County, Iowa has many cool places on this list! These spots are recognized for their unique stories and how they connect to the past. Let's explore some of these amazing historic sites in Lucas County.

Historic Places in Lucas County

There are 16 different properties and areas in Lucas County that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Most of them are in the city of Chariton, Iowa.

Buildings in Chariton

Many of Chariton's historic buildings tell stories about the town's past.

• Carl L. Caviness Post 102, American Legion
  • This building at 201 South Main Street was added to the list on September 6, 2006. It's a special place for the American Legion, a group of military veterans.

• Chariton City Hall and Fire Station
  • Located at 115 South Main Street, this building has been the center of local government and fire protection for a long time. It was listed on September 6, 2006.

• Chariton Free Public Library
  • Found at 803 Braden Avenue, this library has served the community since it was listed on August 24, 2005. It's a place where people have learned and grown for generations.

• Chariton Herald-Patriot Building
  • This building at 815 Braden Avenue was home to the local newspaper, the Chariton Herald-Patriot. It became a historic site on September 6, 2006.

• Chariton Masonic Temple
  • The Masonic Temple at 821 Armory Avenue is a historic meeting place for the Masons, a fraternal organization. It was added to the list on September 6, 2006.

• Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Freight House-Chariton
  • Located at the junction of Auburn and Brookdale, this old freight house was part of the important Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Railroad. It was listed on August 28, 2003.

• J. T. and Mollie Crozier House
  • This beautiful house at 627 Ilion Avenue was added to the list on October 6, 2011. It's an example of the work of architect William L. Perkins.

• First United Methodist Church
  • You can find this church at 923 Roland Avenue. It's been an important spiritual center in Chariton for many years and was listed on January 24, 2002.

• Hotel Charitone
  • The Hotel Charitone at 831 Braden Avenue was once a popular place for travelers and locals. It became a historic site on September 6, 2006.

• Lucas County Courthouse
  • The main courthouse for Lucas County is on Courthouse Square. This important building, where many local decisions are made, was listed on July 2, 1981.

• O. E. Payne House
  • This historic home at 705 East Auburn Avenue was added to the list on July 17, 1979.

• A. J. Stephens House
  • Located at 123 17th Street, the A. J. Stephens House was recognized as a historic place on November 16, 1987.

Historic Districts

Sometimes, not just one building, but a whole area or group of buildings is considered historic.

• Chariton Cemetery Historic District
  • This cemetery at 929 South Main Street is more than just a burial ground; it's a historic district listed on March 2, 2010, showing how cemeteries can be important parts of a town's history.

• Lucas County Courthouse Square Historic District
  • This district includes the area around the courthouse, with streets like Braden and Court avenues and Grand and Main streets. It was listed on August 11, 2014, showing the historical importance of the entire town square.

Other Cool Spots

Not all historic places are buildings!

• Burlington Railroad Overpass
  • This overpass on County Road S23 goes over the Burlington Northern railroad line. It's an important piece of engineering history and was listed on May 15, 1998.

• Williamson School
  • Located at 301 Williamson Avenue in Williamson, Iowa, this school building is a historic landmark in its community. It was added to the list on May 1, 1998.

Images for kids

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  Carl L. Caviness Post 102, American Legion

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  The Chariton Cemetery Historic District

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  Chariton City Hall and Fire Station

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  Chariton Free Public Library

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  Chariton Herald-Patriot Building

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  Chariton Masonic Temple

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  Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy Freight House

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  J. T. and Mollie Crozier House

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  First United Methodist Church

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  Hotel Charitone

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  Lucas County Courthouse

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  Lucas County Courthouse Square Historic District

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  O. E. Payne House

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  A. J. Stephens House

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  Williamson School