About this property
The Karsner-Carroll House (also known as the Oscar Kennedy House) is a historic residence in Florence, Alabama. The lot on which the house sits was purchased in 1818 by James Gadsden; the lot to the west was purchased by his commanding officer in the War of 1812, Andrew Jackson. The house was built sometime before 1830 by B. F. Karsner.
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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 70000104. It was listed on March 30, 1970.
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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 Karsner-Carroll House listed on the National Register?
Karsner-Carroll House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 30, 1970.
What type of historic resource is Karsner-Carroll House?
Karsner-Carroll House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Karsner-Carroll House?
The period of significance for Karsner-Carroll House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1812.
Can I research the history near Karsner-Carroll House?
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