National Register of Historic Places listings in Wayne County, Mississippi facts for kids
Welcome to Wayne County, Mississippi! Did you know that some places here are so special they are on a national list? This list is called the National Register of Historic Places. It's like a hall of fame for important buildings, bridges, and areas across the United States. These places help us learn about history and how people lived long ago.
In Wayne County, there are a few amazing spots that have made it onto this special list. We'll explore them and find out why they are so important!
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Discovering Wayne County's Historic Gems
Wayne County is home to two places currently on the National Register of Historic Places. These sites are protected and celebrated for their historical value.
Downtown Waynesboro Historic District
Imagine walking through a part of town where many buildings have stories to tell! The Downtown Waynesboro Historic District is one such place. It's a special area in the heart of Waynesboro. This district includes many old buildings that show what the town looked like as it grew.
- What it is: A historic district, which means a group of buildings or an area with historical importance.
- Location: Right in downtown Waynesboro, near streets like Station, Spring, Wayne, and Court.
- Listed on: March 26, 2012.
Yellow Creek Bridge
Bridges are not just for crossing rivers; some are important pieces of history! The Yellow Creek Bridge is one of these. It's an old bridge that crosses over Yellow Creek. This bridge is a great example of engineering from its time.
- What it is: A historic bridge.
- Location: Northwest of Waynesboro, spanning Yellow Creek on a county road.
- Listed on: November 16, 1988.
A Historic Place That's Gone
Sometimes, a historic place might be removed from the National Register. This can happen if it gets damaged or is no longer there. Wayne County once had another historic bridge on the list, but it's not there anymore.
Former Waynesboro Bridge
The Waynesboro Bridge used to be a historic landmark in the area. It was another important bridge that crossed the Chickasawhay River.
- What it was: A historic bridge.
- Location: Near Waynesboro, crossing the Chickasawhay River on what was Old US 84.
- Listed on: November 16, 1988.
- Removed from list: April 7, 2004. Sadly, this bridge collapsed on November 2, 2002.
Images for kids
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The historic downtown area of Waynesboro.
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The historic Yellow Creek Bridge.
