The Baptist Building in Oklahoma City has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, according to an announcement from the Oklahoma Historical Society and State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The building, located at 1141 N. Robinson Ave., is recognized for its architectural and historical significance.
Constructed between 1948 and 1949, the four-story structure was designed by architects Bertie Noftsger and William Lawrence to serve as the headquarters for Baptists in the South. The building exemplifies a transition in design from Art Deco to Mid-century Modern styles. It served as the headquarters for the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma from 1949 until 1990, after which the organization relocated.
According to the SHPO, “Listing in the National Register of Historic Places is an honorific designation that provides recognition, limited protection, and, in some cases, financial incentives for these important properties.” The SHPO is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and nominating properties for this federal designation.
The National Register of Historic Places serves as the official list of properties significant in American history.
