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National Register of Historic Places listings in Marshall County, Oklahoma facts for kids

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Have you ever wondered about old buildings and places that are really important to history? In Marshall County, Oklahoma, there are special spots that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is like a national list of places that are super important because of their history, architecture, or what happened there.

When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized as a valuable part of America's past. It helps make sure these places are protected and remembered for future generations. Marshall County has 6 of these amazing historic places!

Historic Places in Marshall County

Here are some of the cool historic places you can find in Marshall County:

James H. Bounds Barn

This old barn is located near Kingston. It was added to the National Register in 2013. Barns like this one are important because they show us how farming and life used to be in the past.

Haley's Point Site

The Haley's Point Site is near Lebanon. It was added to the list in 1991. This site is a bit of a secret, as its exact location isn't shared to help protect it. Often, sites like this are important for understanding ancient cultures or early settlements.

Marshall County Courthouse

The Marshall County Courthouse is right in the heart of Madill. It's a very important building for the county, where many official things happen. It was listed in 1984, showing its historical value to the community.

Oakland School

The Oakland School is in Oakland, at the corner of Fern and N. 8th Streets. This school building was added to the National Register in 2016. Old school buildings often tell stories about how education has changed over time and how communities grew.

United States Post Office Madill

The Post Office in Madill is located at 223 West Lille Boulevard. It was listed in 2009. Post offices are often central to towns and have interesting designs that show the style of their time.

Worth Hotel

The Worth Hotel is found at 203 East Main Street in Madill. This historic hotel was added to the list in 1985. Hotels like the Worth Hotel were once busy places where travelers stayed and important events happened, giving us a peek into the past.

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