Rush Historic District
Rush Historic District, Mining historic district in Ozark Mountains, Arkansas.
The Rush Historic District includes numerous structures, mines, and buildings spread across 1,316 acres within Buffalo National River parkland.
During World War I, Rush Creek mines became Arkansas's primary zinc production center, with ten companies operating thirteen developed mines throughout the district.
The district contains preserved structures such as the Taylor-Medley General Store, Rush Blacksmith Shop, and residential buildings that reflect the mining community's daily life.
Visitors can explore the remaining structures, mining sites, and natural landscapes through designated trails maintained by the National Park Service.
The district maintains the last visible evidence of zinc mining activity in Arkansas, including both industrial structures and community buildings from 1880 to 1940.
Location: Arkansas
GPS coordinates: 36.13250,-92.57111
Latest update: March 5, 2025 02:15
This list presents natural areas, historical sites, and cultural places in Arkansas. It includes waterfalls in the Ozark National Forest, abandoned mining towns, caves with limestone formations, and archaeological museums. These locations stand apart from regular tourist routes.
Bull Shoals-White River State Park
25.2 km
Cotter Bridge
15.2 km
Buffalo River State Park
6.1 km
Bank of Marshall Building
25.4 km
Henley Hotel
23.8 km
Hirst-Mathew Hall
18.9 km
Pea Ridge School Building
17.2 km
Cowdrey House
14.1 km
Bates Tourist Court
25.3 km
Cold Springs School
10.9 km
Anthony Luna House
25.4 km
Cotter Water Tower
16.2 km
Rollins Hospital
18.1 km
Fairview School Building
22.6 km
Aggie Workshop
18.9 km
Bromley-Mills-Treece House
25.4 km
Jasper E. Treece Building
25.3 km
Dr. Sam G. Daniel House
25.4 km
Searcy County Courthouse
25.4 km
Sanders-Hollabaugh House
25.2 km
Marion County Courthouse
14.4 km
Buford School Building
18.3 km
Mary Greenhaw Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church South
25.3 km
Bud Fendley House
25.6 km
S.A. Lay House
25.3 km
Carter-Jones House
14.6 km
Willmering Tourist Cabins Historic District
24.2 km
Collier Homestead
24.7 kmReviews
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