Eureka Springs Historic Commission

In 1970, Eureka Springs became the first district in Arkansas to be placed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1978, the Historic District Commission was created by ordinance #1047. Eureka Springs is also a Certified Local Government, meaning our HDC has been certified by the State Historic Preservation Officer as having met all required federal and state standards. CLG status also entitles us to a regular flow of grant money for preservation projects, technical assistance, and training for CLG staff and commissioners.

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The goal of the Eureka Springs Historic District Commission is preserve and protect the architectural and natural beauty of Eureka Springs. The precious shared heritage of our town cannot be found anywhere else in America. It cannot be duplicated or faked. If the exteriors of our historic structures are altered without thought to their original style or our architectural heritage, we have stolen from our community‚ future. ESHDC strives to take the long view, working with our current citizens as partners in this community that is situated in a timeless intersection of past, present and future.

The ESHDC has seven commissioners. Each is appointed by the Mayor and approved by City Council. Each serves a three year term on a rotating basis. The HDC is supported by staff at City Hall.