About this property
Memorial Hall, originally known as Memorial Library, is a historic building on the University of Delaware campus in Newark, Delaware. Formerly housing the university's library, it also serves as a memorial to the Delawareans who died in World War I. The building was designed by the Philadelphia firm of Day & Klauder as part of their overall master plan for the university's central campus, which featured a consistent Georgian Revival architectural style. The library was built in 1923–25…
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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 82002344. It was listed on May 6, 1982.
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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 Memorial Hall listed on the National Register?
Memorial Hall was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 6, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Memorial Hall?
Memorial Hall is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Memorial Hall?
The period of significance for Memorial Hall is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1923.
Can I research the history near Memorial Hall?
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