National Register Listing

Oakhurst Historic District

Roughly bounded by Yucca Ave., Sylvania Ave., Watauga Ave., and Oakhurst Scenic Dr., Fort Worth, TX
The Oakhurst Historic District in Fort Worth, Texas is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places under Criterion he A in the area of Community Planning and Development as a suburban middle class neighborhood whose development between 1924 and through 1950s coincided with Fort Worth's growth as a regional industrial and transpiration hub in North Texas. In 1924, the Oakhurst Land Company began promoting the original Oakhurst Addition to the prospective home owners as a development that offered the healthy and wholesome benefits of country living while being just minutes away from Main Street. The Oakhurst Land Company not only sold the lots in the addition but in some cases also built the houses. The firm later engaged the services of the nationally renowned landscape architecture firm of Hare and Hare of Kansas City, Missouri to design blocks in the western portion of Oakhurst Addition as well as the entire West Oakhurst Addition. The layout of these later plats included curvilinear streets that took advantage of the area's undulating topography and wooded terrain. The Oakhurst Historic District provides an excellent collection of housing styles that reflect the changing tastes in residential design. Prior to World War II, the houses built in the district typically were modest Bungalow/Craftsman or Period Revival style homes. Of the latter, the Tudor Revival style predominated. World War II-era and postwar-era houses were derivatives of the Ranch style, contemporary interpretations of Colonial Revival style. Minimal Traditional and late examples of National Folk style houses. The elongated forms of many of these houses were well suited to the lot configurations found in the West Oakhurst section of the neighborhood. For its architectural significance and as an excellent local example of a residential subdivision designed by the landscape architecture firm of Hare and Hare of Kansas City, Missouri, the Oakhurst Historic District is also eligible for the National Register under Criterion C. The district's period of significance is from 1924, the year the first portion of the development was made available to the public, to 1959. The latter year corresponds with the National Register's fifty year criterion. Contextually, the Oakhurst Histeric District relates to the context "Historic Residential Suburbs in the United States, 1830-1960."
Local significance of the district:
Community Planning And Development; Architecture; Landscape Architecture

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 2010.

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.

Texas is a country in its own right.
Yanis Varoufakis in The Guardian
Tarrant County, Texas, has a significant place in the history of the Lone Star State. The area was initially inhabited by indigenous tribes before European exploration and settlement. In the mid-19th century, the region became part of the Republic of Texas after gaining independence from Mexico.

Tarrant County was established in 1849 and named after Edward H. Tarrant, a military leader during the Texas Revolution. The county experienced significant growth and development throughout the 19th century, fueled by factors such as the expansion of railroads, cattle ranching, and the discovery of oil.

During the 20th century, Tarrant County continued to flourish and adapt to changing times. It became an important hub for transportation, commerce, and industry. The county's largest city, Fort Worth, emerged as a major center for cattle trading and eventually diversified into a vibrant economic and cultural hub.

Today, Tarrant County is one of the most populous counties in Texas, encompassing Fort Worth and several other cities and communities. It boasts a diverse economy, encompassing sectors such as aerospace, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. Tarrant County is also home to renowned educational institutions, cultural attractions, and recreational opportunities, making it a dynamic and thriving region within the state.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Tarrant County, Texas.

  • Pre-19th Century: The area was inhabited by indigenous tribes, including the Wichita and Comanche, before European settlement.

  • 1849: Tarrant County was officially established and named after Edward H. Tarrant, a military leader in the Republic of Texas.

  • 1850s: Fort Worth, the county seat, began as a military outpost on the Trinity River, providing protection for settlers and serving as a stop on the Chisholm Trail cattle drive route.

  • Late 19th Century: The arrival of the railroad in the 1870s spurred economic growth in Fort Worth and the county. The city became a center for the cattle industry, agriculture, and trade.

  • 20th Century: Tarrant County experienced significant urbanization and diversification. Fort Worth became a major hub for the oil and gas industry, aviation, and defense with the establishment of military bases.

  • Civil Rights Era: Tarrant County, like many regions in the United States, faced challenges and changes during the civil rights movement, with efforts to achieve racial equality and social progress.

  • Modern Times: Tarrant County continues to thrive as a major economic and cultural center in Texas. It is home to a diverse population and industries such as healthcare, finance, technology, and education.

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