[1] According to its NRHP nomination, the building's significance rests on two factors: The Old Armory brought together diverse sectors of the public in its creation and subsequent use: local government, military, private business, and the general townspeople.

In architectural character it is uncommon, yet representative of a once popular type of design for armory buildings in the state.

[2] Although designed by Robert Stacy-Judd, a distinguished architect, his prominence is not noted in the NRHP nomination.

In 2012, the local community planned various historically sensitive renovations and fundraising to support the work.

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