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Minyard, Brian
From:Mcateer, Stephan
Sent:Monday, April 08, 2019 11:30 AM
To:Minyard, Brian
Subject:RE: Historical Markers in MacArthur Park
Attachments:History of MacArthur Park Monument Garden Guide.pdf; Marker Relocation, Proposed.jpg
Brian,
After speaking with Matt Gardner this morning, he thinks it would be easier for Parks
workmen to place the two ground markers at the same time we remove them from their
current location. We can remove the historic grounds plaque and store it at the museum until
an appropriate place can be identified and approved to re-installation. I have attached a crude
map that shows two proposed locations for the Mehlburger Markers and the Little Rock Study
Club monuments. The Mehlburger Marker monument would be moved about 30 yards due
south of its current location and placed on a section of brick adjacent to the 206th Coast Artiller
monument. The Little Rock Study Club would be moved to a comparable section of brick at
the south edge of the parade grounds perimeter. Both are outside of the façade easement. I
have also attached a file with a map to the markers behind the Arsenal Building for your
reference. Feel free to call or email if you have any questions.
Stephan
Stephan McAteer, Director
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
503 E. 9th St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-376-4602
501-376-4597 FAX
www.arkmilitaryheritage.com
From: Minyard, Brian
Sent: Monday, April 08, 2019 10:23 AM
To: Mcateer, Stephan
Subject: RE: Historical Markers in MacArthur Park
Yes, you have permission to story the markers during construction. We can discuss where the permanent locations will
be at a later date.
Brian Minyard, AICP
Urban Designer
City of Little Rock
723 West Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
bminyard@littlerock.gov
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Phone 501-371-4789
Fax 501-399-3435
From: Mcateer, Stephan
Sent: Monday, April 08, 2019 9:47 AM
To: Minyard, Brian
Subject: RE: Historical Markers in MacArthur Park
Brian,
Per our phone discussion earlier, at this time we seek permission only to remove the plaque from the building’s
wall and relocate the two ground markers to storage in preparation of the Arkansas Arts Center’s plans to demolish
the building as part of their construction. Your approval will allow us to proceed with this phase. Thanks.
Stephan
Stephan McAteer, Director
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
503 E. 9th St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-376-4602
501-376-4597 FAX
www.arkmilitaryheritage.com
From: Minyard, Brian
Sent: Monday, April 08, 2019 8:46 AM
To: Mcateer, Stephan
Subject: RE: Historical Markers in MacArthur Park
Yes, if they are installed in an area that is not visible from the street, then I can approve them administratively. Can you
do a google map or some sort of map showing where they are and where they are going? Does the Aesthetic club care
or want to respond on where the plaque goes?
If it is in the conservation area, we will need to get Paul Porter involved. I would think he would be okay as long as they
are not attached to the Arsenal building itself.
I would suggest doing the map first.
Brian
From: Mcateer, Stephan
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2019 1:22 PM
To: Minyard, Brian
Subject: Historical Markers in MacArthur Park
Brian,
I attended a meeting this morning with representatives from Studio Gang at which they shared their designs for
the Arts Center renovations. As part of that meeting, we discussed the need to relocated two historical markers and
one plaque that will be impacted by their construction. The plaque is attached to the east wall of the small building
behind the museum at the southwest corner. That building is slated to be demolished when the construction
begins. The two markers are directly beneath that marker on the ground. None of the items in question are visible
from the street. Is this a project that you can approve at the staff level? I have attached pics of the plaque and
marker for your review.
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Stephan
Stephan McAteer, Director
MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History
503 E. 9th St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-376-4602
501-376-4597 FAX
www.arkmilitaryheritage.com