National Register of Historic Places listings in Pope County, Arkansas facts for kids

Location of Pope County in Arkansas

This article is about the special places in Pope County, Arkansas, that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes buildings, areas, and even archaeological sites that are important to the history of the United States. When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its historical or architectural value and efforts are made to protect it.

Pope County has 39 places on this important list. There was also one place that used to be on the list but was later removed.

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places, often called the NRHP, is the official list of places in the United States that are worth saving because of their historical importance. These places could be buildings, neighborhoods, archaeological sites, or even special landscapes. Being on the list helps people understand and protect these valuable parts of our past. It's like a hall of fame for historic places!

Historic Places in Pope County

Pope County is home to many interesting places that tell stories about its past. Let's explore some of them.

Old Buildings and Homes

Many of the places on the list are old buildings and homes that show us how people lived and worked long ago.

Homes with History

• The Thomas J. Hankins House is an old home located near Pelsor. It's a great example of the kind of houses built in the area a long time ago.
• In Russellville, you can find the Threlkeld House, the John W. White House, and the W.J. White House. These homes each have their own unique stories and architectural styles from different periods.
• The Latimore Tourist Home in Russellville is special because it was a place where African American travelers could stay during a time when many hotels were segregated. It's part of a larger project looking at the history of roads and buildings in Arkansas.
• The Wilson House in Russellville is another historic home, showing us the design and lifestyle of its original owners.

Important Public Buildings

• The Russellville Public Library building, built in 1937, is a beautiful example of Colonial Revival style architecture. It was constructed during the Great Depression as a project to help people find work.
• The Riggs-Hamilton American Legion Post No. 20 in Russellville is a building that served as a meeting place for veterans. It's an important part of the community's history.
• The Russellville Masonic Temple is another significant building in Russellville, recognized for its architectural style and its role in local community organizations.
• The First Christian Church in Russellville is a historic church building, important for its architecture and its long history as a place of worship.
• The Henry R. Koen Forest Service Building in Russellville is a historic government building that played a role in managing the local forests.

Historic Districts and Downtown Areas

Some listings aren't just one building, but a whole group of buildings that make up a historic district. These districts show what a town looked like in the past.

• The Atkins Commercial Historic District includes several old buildings in downtown Atkins. These buildings were once busy shops and businesses, and they show how the town grew.
• The Russellville Downtown Historic District covers a larger area in Russellville, including many historic buildings that were part of the city's main business and social hub.
• In Pottsville, the Pottsville Commercial Historic District highlights a group of historic buildings that were important to the town's economy.

Arkansas Tech University Buildings

Several buildings on the campus of Arkansas Tech University in Russellville are listed on the National Register. These buildings are important to the history of education in Arkansas.

• Caraway Hall
• Girls' Domestic Science and Arts Building
• Hughes Hall
• Physical Education Building
• Williamson Hall
• Wilson Hall

These buildings represent different eras of the university's growth and architectural styles.

Archaeological Sites and Ancient History

Pope County also has several archaeological sites listed. These are places where scientists have found clues about people who lived here thousands of years ago.

• Archeological Site 3PP141 and Archeological Site 3PP142 near Atkins are examples of these sites.
• Archeological Site 3PP614 near Sand Gap is another important archaeological location.
• The Crow Mountain Petroglyph near Dover is a unique site with ancient rock carvings, giving us a glimpse into the art and culture of early inhabitants.

Other Unique Historic Sites

• The Center Valley Well House on Highway 124 is a small but historically significant structure.
• The Confederate Mothers Memorial Park in Russellville honors the mothers of soldiers from the Civil War era.
• The Fair View School is an old school building that shows what education was like in rural areas. Today, it's used as a fire station.
• The Missouri-Pacific Depot-Atkins and Missouri-Pacific Depot-Russellville are old train stations. These depots were vital for transportation and trade when trains were the main way to travel and move goods.
• The Mountain View School in Russellville is another historic school building.
• The Norristown Cemetery is an old burial ground that holds the history of many local families.
• The Old South Restaurant in Russellville is a historic diner, famous for its classic American diner style.
• The Potts Inn in Pottsville is a very old inn that served travelers long ago. It's one of the oldest buildings in the county.
• The Pottsville Citizen's Bank and the Pottsville Dipping Vat are also historic sites in Pottsville, showing different aspects of the town's past, from banking to agricultural practices.
• The Little Rock to Cantonment Gibson Rd-Fourth Street Segment near Atkins and Old US 64, Scotia Segment near London are parts of old roads that were used during the Trail of Tears, a sad but important part of American history when Native American tribes were forced to move from their homes.

Former Listing

One place that was once on the National Register of Historic Places in Pope County was the Galla Creek Bridge near Pottsville. It was removed from the list in 2000.

Images for kids

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  Buildings in the Atkins Commercial Historic District.

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  Caraway Hall at Arkansas Tech University.

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  The historic Center Valley Well House.

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  Confederate Mothers Memorial Park.

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  The old Fair View School building.

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  First Christian Church in Russellville.

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  Girls' Domestic Science and Arts Building.

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  The Thomas J. Hankins House.

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  Hughes Hall at Arkansas Tech University.

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  Henry R. Koen Forest Service Building.

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  Latimore Tourist Home.

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  A segment of the historic Little Rock to Cantonment Gibson Road.

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  The old Missouri-Pacific Depot in Atkins.

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  The old Missouri-Pacific Depot in Russellville.

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  Mountain View School.

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  Norristown Cemetery.

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  The Old South Restaurant.

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  Physical Education Building at Arkansas Tech University.

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  Potts Inn.

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  Pottsville Citizen's Bank.

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  Buildings in the Pottsville Commercial Historic District.

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  Pottsville Dipping Vat.

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  Riggs-Hamilton American Legion Post No. 20.

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  Downtown Russellville Historic District.

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  Russellville Masonic Temple.

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  The historic Russellville Public Library building.

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  Threlkeld House.

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  A segment of Old US 64.

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  John W. White House.

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  W.J. White House.

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  Williamson Hall at Arkansas Tech University.

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  Wilson Hall at Arkansas Tech University.

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  Wilson House.