Taborian Hall

Taborian Hall is a three-story masonry structure on Ninth Street featuring Neoclassical Revival architecture with Ionic columns and stone trim details. The building displays the formal proportions and symmetry typical of this architectural style.

The structure was built between 1916 and 1918 by the Knights and Daughters of Tabor and was the most expensive building in Little Rock at that time. Its construction reflected the economic confidence and social investment of the community during this period.

The building served as a vital gathering place for the African American community, and visitors can still see the spaces where prominent musicians like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington performed. The third-floor Dreamland Ballroom demonstrates how this location brought artists and people together as part of the community's cultural life.

Visitors can view the building from the street to study its architectural details and appreciate the Neoclassical style up close. The location in the downtown area makes it easily accessible as part of a walking tour through the neighborhood.

The building stands as the last original structure from the West Ninth Street African American business district, known locally as The Line. This remaining landmark serves as a physical witness to a neighborhood that has undergone significant transformation over time.

Location: Arkansas

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 34.74167,-92.28000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22