Bentonville Third Street Historic District

The Bentonville Third Street Historic District is an area with fourteen residential buildings, mostly constructed of wood, stretching two blocks southeast of downtown. The houses display architectural elements from the period between 1880 and 1920, including decorative trim, bay windows, and front porches.

The district developed after the arrival of the railroad in Bentonville in 1881, which brought new building materials and architectural styles to the region. This connection enabled growth of the neighborhood in the decades that followed.

The neighborhood reflects different building styles from around 1880 to 1920, with many houses displaying porches and decorated windows that you can still see today. The people who lived here shaped the appearance and character of the streets that visitors experience when walking through.

The area stretches from Main Street to C Street, with informational markers at many buildings that share historical details. You can walk through the streets and observe the architecture of each house at your own pace.

The Elliott House is the only brick building in the district and displays a mix of Italian and French architectural elements. This distinctive feature makes it stand out among the wood-constructed houses in the area.