About this property
The Carnegie Free Library in Eureka, California was built in Classical Revival Style in 1902. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986, and currently houses the Morris Graves Museum of Art.
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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 86000101. It was listed on January 23, 1986.
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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 Carnegie Free Library listed on the National Register?
Carnegie Free Library was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 23, 1986.
What type of historic resource is Carnegie Free Library?
Carnegie Free Library is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Carnegie Free Library?
The period of significance for Carnegie Free Library is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1902.
Can I research the history near Carnegie Free Library?
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