National Register of Historic Places

Smiley Junior High School

Durango, La Plata County, Colorado
Listed
November 27, 2002
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
02001462

Location

1309 E 3rd Ave.
Durango, La Plata County, Colorado
37.27767, -107.87666

Significance

Smiley Junior High School is a building in Durango, La Plata County, Colorado. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 27, 2002, under reference number 02001462. It is recognized for its significance in Education and Architecture.

Categories

EDUCATIONARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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Questions about this property

When was Smiley Junior High School listed on the National Register?

Smiley Junior High School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 27, 2002.

What type of historic resource is Smiley Junior High School?

Smiley Junior High School is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Smiley Junior High School?

The period of significance for Smiley Junior High School is recorded as the industrial era.

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