Central High School Neighborhood Historic District Explained

Central High School Neighborhood Historic District
Nrhp Type:hd
Nocat:yes
Location:Roughly bounded by MLK Dr., Thayer Ave., W. 12th St., and Roosevelt Rd., Little Rock, Arkansas
Coordinates:34.7322°N -92.2953°W
Built:1870
Architect:multiple
Architecture:Colonial Revival, Bungalow/Craftsman, Tudor Revival
Added:August 16, 1996
Refnum:96000892
Increase:January 17, 1997
Increase Refnum:96001555
Increase2:June 7, 2012
Increase2 Refnum:12000320

The Central High School Neighborhood Historic District in Little Rock, Arkansas encompasses the vicinity surrounding Little Rock Central High School. The area was designated to provide historic context to the National Historic Landmark school. Notably, it features the restored Magnolia Gas Station, which played a crucial role as a staging area for the media during the school integration crisis of 1957. Until the early 21st century, this building operated as the National Park Service visitor center for the historic district.[1] Additionally, the neighborhood comprises various residences showcasing architectural styles such as bungalows, Tudor Revival, and Colonial Revival.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Magnolia Gas Station. 2008-11-30. List of Classified Structures. National Park Service. 2008-12-01. https://web.archive.org/web/20110521204350/http://www.hscl.cr.nps.gov/insidenps/report.asp?STATE=AR&PARK=CHSC&STRUCTURE=&SORT=&RECORDNO=1. 2011-05-21. dead.