National Register of Historic Places listings in Union County, Oregon facts for kids

The National Register of Historic Places is like a special list of important buildings, places, and objects in the United States. These places are chosen because they have a lot of history, special architecture, or are important to our culture. When a place is added to this list, it means it's recognized as something valuable that should be protected for future generations.

Union County, Oregon, has many amazing places on this list! These include old homes, schools, churches, and even entire parts of towns that tell us about the past. Let's explore some of these cool historic spots!

Historic Places in Union County

Important Buildings in La Grande

La Grande is a city in Union County with many buildings on the National Register.

• Administration Building (Eastern Oregon University)

This building is on the campus of Eastern Oregon University. It was added to the list in 1980. It's a key part of the university's history.

The Administration Building at Eastern Oregon University.

• John Anthony House

Located at 1606 6th Street, this historic house in La Grande was added to the list in 1988.

The John Anthony House.

• Anthony–Buckley House

Right next door to the John Anthony House, at 1602 6th Street, is the Anthony–Buckley House. It joined the list in 1985.

The Anthony-Buckley House.

• Foley Building

You can find the Foley Building at 206 Chestnut Street in La Grande. It became a historic place in 1985.

The Foley Building.

• Hot Lake Resort

This unique resort is near La Grande, on Highway 203. It was added to the list in 1979. It's known for its natural hot springs.

The historic Hot Lake Resort.

• La Grande Neighborhood Club

This club building at 1108 N Avenue was recognized as historic in 1988.

The La Grande Neighborhood Club building.

• Liberty Theater

The Liberty Theater, at 1008–1010 Adams Avenue, is a historic movie theater. It was added to the list in 1999.

The Liberty Theater in La Grande.

• Roesch Building

The Roesch Building, found at 101–111 Fir Street, was added to the list in 1996.

The Roesch Building.

• Slater Building

This building at 214–224 Fir Street became a historic landmark in 1983.

The Slater Building.

• August J. Stange House

This house at 1612 Walnut Street was added to the list in 1996.

The August J. Stange House.

• U.S. Post Office and Federal Building

Located at 1000 Adams Avenue, this important government building was added to the list in 1979.

The U.S. Post Office and Federal Building.

Historic Districts in La Grande and Union

Sometimes, a whole area or group of buildings is important enough to be on the list. These are called historic districts.

• La Grande Commercial Historic District

This district includes many buildings in downtown La Grande, roughly bordered by the Union Pacific Railroad tracks, Greenwood and Cove Streets, Washington Street, and 4th Street. It was added to the list in 2001. It shows what the city's business area looked like long ago.

A view of downtown La Grande, part of the historic district.

• Union Main Street Historic District

This district covers Main Street in the town of Union, between Birch and Fulton Streets. It was added in 1997. The buildings here tell the story of Union's growth from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Union used to be a big rival with La Grande to be the most important town in the county!

Main Street in Union, Oregon, part of the historic district.

Other Historic Places in Union County

• Ascension Episcopal Church and Rectory

This church and its rectory (the house where the priest lives) are on Church Street in Cove. They were added to the list in 1974.

The entrance to Ascension Episcopal Rectory.

• Dry Creek School

This old school building is located near Summerville at 69281 Summerville Road. It became a historic place in 2000.

The historic Dry Creek School.

• Abel E. Eaton House

This beautiful house at 464 N. Main Street in Union was added to the list in 1977. It's built in a fancy style called French Second Empire, which is rare for Eastern Oregon. It was built around 1900 for Abel Eaton, who was a successful businessman and even the mayor of Union! It's in an old, fancy neighborhood of the town.

The Abel E. Eaton House.

• Elgin City Hall and Opera House

This building at 100 N. 8th Street in Elgin served as both the city hall and an opera house. It was added to the list in 1980.

The Elgin City Hall and Opera House.

• A. B. Hudelson and Son Building

This building at 200 E Street in North Powder was added to the list in 1999.

The A. B. Hudelson and Son Building.

• W. J. Townley House

This house at 782 N. 5th Street in Union became a historic place in 1980.

The W. J. Townley House.

Places No Longer on the List

Sometimes, a place that was once on the National Register of Historic Places might be removed. This can happen if the building is destroyed, or if it changes so much that it no longer has its historic look or feel.

• Union County Alliance Flouring Mill

This mill in La Grande was added to the list in 1980 but was removed in 1986.