About this property
The Bronson Windmill is an historic windmill at 3015 Bronson Road in Fairfield, Connecticut. Built in 1893-94, it is the only surviving windmill in the town, out a number that once dotted the landscape. It was built for Frederic Bronson, owner of the local estate. The mill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
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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 71000896. It was listed on December 29, 1971.
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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 Bronson Windmill listed on the National Register?
Bronson Windmill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 29, 1971.
What type of historic resource is Bronson Windmill?
Bronson Windmill is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Bronson Windmill?
The period of significance for Bronson Windmill is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1893.
Can I research the history near Bronson Windmill?
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