The Operations Building was designed to replace the Superintendent's Residence as the park headquarters.

It was in turn replaced by a newer building in 1967, and presently functions as the headquarters for park law enforcement.

The lobby, however, remains substantially intact, with a large stone fireplace whose chimney supports log ceiling beams.

The Grand Canyon Village ensemble was developed with a consistent and original design theme in a style unique to the Park Service, in opposition to the eclectic style of park concessioners at the El Tovar Hotel.

[2][3][5] It is included in the Grand Canyon Village National Historic Landmark District.