About this property
Calhan Paint Mines is an archeological district located on the eastern plains of Colorado in El Paso County, one mile south of Calhan. The Paint Mines Interpretive Park is "a unique blending of geological, archaeological, historical and ecological resources".
Location
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 00000783. It was listed on July 13, 2000.
Categories
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Calhan Paint Mines Archeological District listed on the National Register?
Calhan Paint Mines Archeological District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 13, 2000.
What type of historic resource is Calhan Paint Mines Archeological District?
Calhan Paint Mines Archeological District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Calhan Paint Mines Archeological District?
The period of significance for Calhan Paint Mines Archeological District is recorded as the listed era.
Can I research the history near Calhan Paint Mines Archeological District?
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