National and State Registers of Historic Places
Hiawatha National Guard Armory
108 N 1st St
Hiawatha (Brown County)
Listed in National Register
2004-07-07
Architect: Not listed
Category: arms storage
Thematic Nomination: National Guard Armories of Kansas
The Hiawatha National Guard Armory was completed in 1938. The building is in the PWA Modern style, a style used for many Public Works Administration buildings, which combined elements from the Art Deco and Modern Movement. The building has concrete foundation and walls and asphalt roof and utilized modern materials, steel and glass. In addition to serving as the headquarters for National Guard Units, it has hosted Naval Reserve Units and large community gatherings. The Hiawatha National Guard Armory was nominated for its statewide significance in the areas of architecture, military, and community planning and development.
