About this property
The Beckner House (also known as the Baker House) is a historic residence in Fairhope, Alabama, United States. The house was built in 1906 for J. M. Beckner, a single-taxer from Illinois. The house sustained minor damage in the 1906 hurricane.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 88001007. It was listed on June 30, 1988.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Beckner House listed on the National Register?
Beckner House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 30, 1988.
What type of historic resource is Beckner House?
Beckner House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Beckner House?
The period of significance for Beckner House is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1906.
Can I research the history near Beckner House?
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