Quapaw Quarter
EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN
For a glimpse of Little Rock's past and future, come downtown. The city's oldest historic district, the Quapaw Quarter is as diverse as the housing stock - from soaring Victorian - era beauties to modern ranch style homes built in the 50's and 60's.
Tall oak trees, ample front porches and a congenial atmosphere make the Quapaw Quarter one of Little Rock's unique places to call home. With most homes built from the 1870s through the 1920s, the Quapaw Quarter offers examples of exquisite architecture.
The area known as the Quapaw Quarter extends to Roosevelt Road to the south, Woodrow to the west (which runs behind historic Little Rock Central High School), the Arkansas River to the north and Little Rock National Airport to the east. Residents are as diverse as the homes. Many have put their heart and soul into restoring some of the city's finest treasures. Within a block or two of the recently renovat4ed and expanded Arkansas Governor's Mansion, most houses between Main and Spring streets have been renovated.
Residents enjoy local eateries such as Juanita's, a popular Mexican restaurant and live music club that was part of the early resurgence of the area. For quieter fare, Community Bakery keeps early morning walkers and downtown business people on the go with fresh-ground coffees and fresh-baked goods.
Ambitious plans continue to evolve for additional development on the south side of Main Street. Located nearby, Philander Smith College, the city's historically black college, is experiencing extensive growth in attendance. The area around the college features updated cottages and newly built homes - respectful of the historic buildings but featuring the latest in technology.
Houses near Central High and the ever expanding Arkansas Children's Hospital are enjoying renovations. Homes in this area vary from smaller cottages to a few large English Tudor-style homes. Further south of Central High School in the Centennial area surrounding Battery Street, older homes are being scooped up. Families looking to try a hand at renovation can find homes in need of work. Buyers in love with homes with ballrooms on the third floor and hardwood floors have not been disappointed.
