About this property
The Rose Lime Kiln, near Lake City, Colorado, was built in 1881. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1993. The lime kiln was built by local brickmason Samuel Tarkington for George S. Lee, a Capitol City, Colorado capitalist and mine developer.
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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 93000293. It was listed on April 7, 1993.
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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 Rose Lime Kiln listed on the National Register?
Rose Lime Kiln was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 7, 1993.
What type of historic resource is Rose Lime Kiln?
Rose Lime Kiln is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Rose Lime Kiln?
The period of significance for Rose Lime Kiln is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1881.
Can I research the history near Rose Lime Kiln?
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