T. S. Akers Board of Director | Oklahoma Historical Society
T. S. Akers Board of Director | Oklahoma Historical Society
The Oklahoma Historical Society and the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) have announced that the Chisholm Springs Springhouse in Pottawatomie County has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. This register serves as the nation's official list of properties deemed significant in American history.
Located near Asher, the Chisholm Springs Springhouse was constructed in 1846 and represents the earliest American settlement in Pottawatomie County. It is the sole remaining structure from the mid-19th century Chisholm Springs Trading Post, which Jesse Chisholm established between 1847 and 1861. The springhouse is recognized for its association with exploration and settlement and its potential to provide archaeological insights into early springhouse construction and usage in what was then known as Oklahoma Territory.
Being listed on the National Register of Historic Places is considered an honorific designation. It provides recognition, limited protection, and sometimes financial incentives for preserving these historically important properties. The SHPO plays a crucial role in identifying, evaluating, and nominating sites for this special status.
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