About this property
The Taoist Temple at No. 12 China Alley in Hanford, in Kings County, California, dates from 1893. Also known as the Kwan Tai Temple, It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1972.
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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 72000226. It was listed on June 12, 1972.
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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 Taoist Temple listed on the National Register?
Taoist Temple was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 12, 1972.
What type of historic resource is Taoist Temple?
Taoist Temple is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Taoist Temple?
The period of significance for Taoist Temple is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1893.
Can I research the history near Taoist Temple?
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