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This article is about special places in Newton County, Arkansas, that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These places are important because they tell us about history, architecture, or what life was like in the past.

The National Register of Historic Places is a list of buildings, sites, and objects that are worth saving. It's like a special honor roll for historic spots across the United States. In Newton County, Arkansas, there are 13 places on this list, and two others that used to be listed but are not anymore.

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Historic Places in Newton County

Many interesting places in Newton County are recognized for their history. These sites include old bridges, important buildings, and even entire historic areas. They help us understand the past of this beautiful part of Arkansas.

Bridges with a Past

Several bridges in Newton County are on the historic register. These bridges were built a long time ago and are examples of how people used to build things.

Buffalo River Bridge

The Buffalo River Bridge is on Arkansas Highway 7 and crosses the Buffalo National River. It was added to the list in 1990. This bridge is a key part of the local transportation history.

Buffalo River Bridge
The historic Buffalo River Bridge

Harp Creek Bridge

Also on Arkansas Highway 7, the Harp Creek Bridge goes over Harp Creek near Jasper. It was listed in 1990, just like the Buffalo River Bridge. These old bridges show how important roads and crossings were for communities.

Harp Creek Bridge, Spans Harp Creek at State Highway 7, Harrison vicinity (Newton County, Arkansas)
Harp Creek Bridge

Little Buffalo River Bridge

The Little Buffalo River Bridge is on Arkansas Highway 327 and crosses the Little Buffalo River. This bridge near Parthenon was added to the list in 1995. It's another example of the historic bridges that connect the county.

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Little Buffalo River Bridge

Important Buildings and Districts

Newton County also has historic buildings and entire areas that are recognized. These places often show how people lived and worked in the past.

Newton County Courthouse

The Newton County Courthouse is located in Jasper. It was listed in 1994. Courthouses are often central to a county's history, as they are where important decisions were made and records were kept.

Newton County Courthouse
The Newton County Courthouse

Newton County Jail

Near the courthouse in Jasper, you can find the Newton County Jail. It was also listed in 1994. This old jail building tells us about the justice system from long ago.

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The old Newton County Jail

Jasper Commercial Historic District

The Jasper Commercial Historic District includes several streets in downtown Jasper. This area was recognized in 2010. It shows what a busy town center looked like in the past, with many old shops and buildings.

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A building in the Jasper Commercial Historic District

Dr. Hudson Sanitarium Agricultural Building Historic District

This historic district is located south of Jasper on Arkansas Highway 327. It was listed in 1992. This area likely includes buildings related to an old health facility and its farm.

Other Unique Historic Sites

Some places are listed for their special historical importance, even if they are not buildings or bridges.

Archeological Site 3NW79

This site near Cowell is an important archeological location. It was added to the list in 2007. Archeological sites help scientists learn about ancient cultures and how people lived thousands of years ago.

Gould Jones Reservoir

The Gould Jones Reservoir is located just south of Jasper on Arkansas Highway 7. It was listed in 1998. Reservoirs are often important for water supply and can have historical significance related to their construction.

Gould Jones Reservoir
Gould Jones Reservoir

May Farmstead

The May Farmstead is a historic farm located northeast of Bass. It was listed in 1999. Farmsteads like this show us how families lived and worked on farms in the past.

Villines Mill

Villines Mill is located north of Boxley on Arkansas Highway 43. It was listed in 1974. Old mills were very important for grinding grain and were often centers of community activity.

Villines Mill
Villines Mill

Historic Districts Along the Buffalo River

The Buffalo National River area has several historic districts that preserve the history of the people who lived there.

Big Buffalo Valley Historic District

This district is located within the Buffalo National River area near Ponca. It was listed in 1987. It protects a valley with historic buildings and landscapes.

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A barn in the Big Buffalo Valley Historic District

Parker-Hickman Farm Historic District

Also within the Buffalo National River area, near Erbie, is the Parker-Hickman Farm Historic District. It was listed in 1987. This district preserves an old farm that shows how families lived along the river.

Parker-Hickman House
The Parker-Hickman House

Former Listings

Sometimes, a place is removed from the National Register of Historic Places. This can happen if it is destroyed or if its historical importance changes.

Newton County Academy

The Newton County Academy near Parthenon was listed in 1979 but was removed from the list in 1986. This means it is no longer considered a protected historic site.

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