History · Gosnell

Gosnell’s history is
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From 1350CE to 1700CE, the area was inhabited by a Late Mississippian Culture. Eaker Site, due east of modern Gosnell, contained a palisade, defensive trench, and a temple mound. While not confirmed, it is possible that the area was visited by members of Desoto's Expedition in 1540.

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National Register of Historic Places

Nothing in Gosnell is on the National Register yet

That’s true of most small towns. It doesn’t mean Gosnell has no history, only that no one has written up a nomination. The closest listed place is Blytheville Air Force Base Capehart Housing Historic District in Blytheville, 0.4 miles away.

How a place gets listed

1Talk to the stateEvery nomination goes through the State Historic Preservation Office. Owners, towns and historical societies can start one.
2Try a local or state list firstMany states keep their own register with a shorter form, a common first step for old barns, halls and schoolhouses.
3Write it upA nomination covers the history, photos and a map. Blytheville Air Force Base Capehart Housing Historic District’s page links to a real one.
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