Hurley Mound, near Lumberton, Clinton County

DATING FROM BETWEEN 1000 B.C. AND 400 A.D. - The Hurley Mound is located in northeast Clinton County, on a steep bluff above Anderson Fork.  The mound's location at the top of a seventy-foot cliff provides a dramatic view of the Anderson Fork floodplain and the surrounding terrain.  The mound is approximately 6.7 feet high and 69 feet in diameter, and is a well-preserved ceremonial funeral structure built by the prehistoric Woodland Culture.  It is the only singular, large circular mound in the Anderson Fork area, which has several other mounds, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Over the past few years, the mound has begun to fall over the cliff due to increased erosion.  This Spring, the first major section passed into the creekbed below.  Ideas have been advanced on ways to slow down the erosion process and save the Hurley Mound, however the owner, though interested in preserving the formation, does not have the ability to undertake this expense.

We often think of "historic sites" as commercial buildings, residences or, in some cases, locations of famous battles.  The evidence of Ohio's prior civilizations can provide vital information to present Ohioans about the true nature of this place we all come "home," and are worthy targets for preservation.

Arcade Buildings, Dayton, Montgomery County

BUILT 1902 - The Dayton Arcade is actually five interlocking buildings located between Third, Fourth, Main and Ludlow Streets in Downtown Dayton.  The product of architect Frank M. Andrews, the Arcade was built by the owner of the Barney & Smith Car Company, and features a glass-domed rotunda that sheds light onto the shops below.  The buildings have facades which feature differing architectural styles, the most recognized being that facing Third Street, which is modeled after an Dutch "guild hall," complete with curved Dutch gables and green copper clad turrets.

The Arcade was in operation until 1991, and while the buildings remain in generally good condition, the complex has defied re-use until the present day - even though much of Downtown Dayton has enjoyed a powerful renaissance.  Recently, however, the buildings were acquired by a new owner, who has revealed intentions to restore and re-open the famed Arcade.

OPA is pleased to add the Dayton Arcade to the 2004 List of Ohio's Most Endangered Historic Sites in support of the new owner's plans, and to focus deserved recognition on one of Ohio's most unique downtown buildings.

Links

Preservation Dayton - www.preservation dayton.org

Downtown Dayton Partnership - www.downtowndayton.org