About this property
The Whatley Historic District is a historic district in the community of Whatley, Alabama, United States. Whatley was founded with the establishment of a railroad depot in 1887, along the then-newly constructed railroad between Mobile and Selma. It was incorporated as a town in 1901. The historic district features examples of Craftsman, Queen Anne, and regional vernacular architecture. Spread over 45 acres (18 ha) with 17 contributing buildings and one object, it is roughly bounded by the Whatley Road from Grove Hill to the railroad tracks.
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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 98000409. It was listed on April 29, 1998.
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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 Whatley Historic District listed on the National Register?
Whatley Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 29, 1998.
What type of historic resource is Whatley Historic District?
Whatley Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Whatley Historic District?
The period of significance for Whatley Historic District is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1887.
Can I research the history near Whatley Historic District?
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