April 28, 2000

The E. Fay and Gus Jones House of Fayetteville (Washington County), an architectural pilgrimage site and early example of the “organic” philosophy of architect Fay Jones, was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Built on a lot adjacent to a wooded area on the northern edge of Fayetteville, the Jones House is a skillful composition of stone, wood, and glass, sheltered by a deeply overhanging roof. All major interior spaces face east, capturing the rising sun. The home features a rock ledge that amplifies the cave-like qualities of the entry level and a wood-framed second floor that is organized around a centrally located hearth. In 2015, the Jones heirs donated the property to the University of Arkansas (UA) in Fayetteville (Washington County) to preserve the architect’s legacy and stimulate historic preservation design education.