About this property
A telephone exchange, telephone switch, or central office is a central component of a telecommunications system in the public switched telephone network (PSTN) or in large enterprises. It facilitates the establishment of communication circuits, enabling telephone calls between subscribers. The term "central office" can also refer to a central location for fiber optic equipment for a fiber internet provider.
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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 88003207. It was listed on October 15, 1989.
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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 Telephone Exchange Building listed on the National Register?
Telephone Exchange Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1989.
What type of historic resource is Telephone Exchange Building?
Telephone Exchange Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Telephone Exchange Building?
The period of significance for Telephone Exchange Building is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Telephone Exchange Building?
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