About this property
The Kings County Courthouse was erected after Kings County, California was formed; it opened in 1896. Constructed in an eclectic mix of styles in a park in the center of Hanford, it was expanded in 1914. The building served as the county's courthouse until 1976 when it was replaced by the new Kings County Government Center on West Lacey Boulevard.
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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 78003063. It was listed on September 20, 1978.
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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 Kings County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Kings County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 20, 1978.
What type of historic resource is Kings County Courthouse?
Kings County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Kings County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Kings County Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1896.
Can I research the history near Kings County Courthouse?
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