About this property
Dexter Cabin was the Leadville, Colorado home and hunting lodge of James V. Dexter, a mining investor and businessman. Although it is a cabin, the interior has been described as "surprisingly plush," "elegantly finished," and "incredibly ornate.". It is a Colorado State Historic Site and is operated as a museum by the state under History Colorado, together with Healy House.
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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 70000163. It was listed on August 24, 1970.
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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 Dexter Cabin listed on the National Register?
Dexter Cabin was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 24, 1970.
What type of historic resource is Dexter Cabin?
Dexter Cabin is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Dexter Cabin?
The period of significance for Dexter Cabin is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Dexter Cabin?
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