Capitol–Main Historic District, Little Rock

Name: Capitol–Main Historic District
Address: Little Rock, United States

#229 among attractions in Little Rock

Neighbourhood, Colonial revival architecture

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Capitol–Main Historic District location map

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Facts and practical information

The Capitol–Main Historic District encompasses a well-preserved area of early 19th-century commercial architecture in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas. The district includes 2-1/2 blocks of Capitol Street, extending east from Center Street, one block of Main Street south of Capitol, and one block of 6th Street west of Main. The buildings in this area were mostly built before World War II, and are of a more modest scale than modern sections of the downtown. Notable buildings include the LaFayette Hotel and the Pfeifer Brothers Department Store. ()

Coordinates: 34°44'38"N, 92°16'21"W

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Capitol–Main Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Simmons Bank Arena, Dickey-Stephens Park, Statehouse Convention Center, Arkansas Arts Center.

0.9 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Simmons Bank Arena, Little Rock
23 min walk • Simmons Bank Arena, a hub of entertainment in North Little Rock, Arkansas, stands as a modern coliseum for a variety of events, from electrifying concerts to competitive sporting events. This multifunctional arena, situated on the north bank of the Arkansas River, is...
0.8 miN
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Baseball
Dickey-Stephens Park, North Little Rock
21 min walk • Dickey–Stephens Park is a baseball park in North Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. The ballpark is primarily used for baseball and serves as the home for the Arkansas Travelers of the Texas League. The capacity of the ballpark is 7,200 which includes 5,800 fixed seats capacity and 1,500 on the berms.
~1830 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Convention center
Statehouse Convention Center, Little Rock
9 min walk • The Statehouse Convention Center is a convention center located in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S. containing approximately 220,000 square feet of space. A 650-space parking deck is located only one block south of the convention center.
0.5 miSE
Museum, Art gallery, Theater
Arkansas Arts Center, Little Rock
14 min walk • The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, formerly known as the Arkansas Arts Center, is an art museum located in MacArthur Park, Little Rock, Arkansas. The museum will undergo an expansion and renovation in 2018–2022.
~570 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Little Rock
3 min walk • Arkansas Repertory Theatre is the longest-running nonprofit resident theater in Arkansas. It is affiliated with Actors' Equity Association and offers a year-round season. The Rep is housed in a 377-seat facility in Little Rock, Arkansas. It was founded in 1976 by Cliff Fannin Baker. The Rep's Executive Artistic Director is Will Trice.
0.8 miE
Hiking trail, Hiking, Park
Arkansas River Trail System, Little Rock
21 min walk • The Arkansas River Trail is a rail trail that runs 17 miles in along both sides of the Arkansas River in Central Arkansas.
0.4 miN
Concerts and shows, Convention center, Theater
Robinson Center, Little Rock
10 min walk • The Robinson Center is a performance, convention, and exhibition space at Statehouse Plaza in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas.
~860 ftSW
Church, Romanesque architecture
First United Methodist Church, Little Rock
5 min walk • The First United Methodist Church is a historic church at 723 Center Street in Little Rock, Arkansas. It is a large brick building, designed by Frank W. Gibb and built in 1899–1900.
~1280 ftS
Church
First Presbyterian Church, Little Rock
7 min walk • The First Presbyterian Church is a historic church in Little Rock, Arkansas. It was designed by architect John Parks Almand and was built in 1921. It is a high quality local interpretation of the Gothic Revival style. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. John Parks Almand had worked in the firm of Charles L.
0.6 miS
34°44'6"N • 92°16'21"W
The Bernice Garden, Little Rock
16 min walk • Park, Garden, Farmer's market
~320 ftSE
34°44'36"N • 92°16'18"W
Matt McLeod Fine Art Gallery, Little Rock
2 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Capitol–Main Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Matt McLeod Fine Art Gallery, Little Rock (2 min walk), Cathedral of St. Andrew, Little Rock (3 min walk), Arkansas Repertory Theatre, Little Rock (3 min walk), Pfeifer Brothers Department Store, Little Rock (3 min walk).

How to get to Capitol–Main Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Capitol–Main Historic District:

Tram

2nd Street & Center Street • Lines: Blue, Green (7 min walk)
West Markham Street & Scott Street • Lines: Blue, Green (9 min walk)

Bus

Central Arkansas Transit Authority Bus Terminal (7 min walk)
Greyhound.. Little Rock. AR (20 min walk)

Train

Little Rock (25 min walk)