Beech Street Historic District (Helena–West Helena, Arkansas)

The Beech Street Historic District is a historic residential neighborhood located in Helena–West Helena, Arkansas. It encompasses a roughly five-block area of Beech Street, between McDonough and Perry Streets. The district showcases a significant collection of well-preserved late 19th and early 20th-century architecture, representing a variety of styles including Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, and Craftsman.

The area developed primarily between the 1880s and the 1930s, reflecting the prosperity of Helena during that period as a major port and cotton trading center. Many of the homes were built for prominent local businessmen, planters, and professionals.

The architectural integrity of the Beech Street Historic District is high, with many buildings retaining original features such as ornate woodwork, stained glass windows, and decorative porches. The district provides a tangible link to Helena's past and its role in the history of the Arkansas Delta. The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in [Insert Year of Listing]. The listing recognizes the area's significance in terms of architecture and its association with important persons and events in Helena's history. The district contributes significantly to the understanding of the region's development during a period of economic and social change.