About this property
The Americus Historic District is a historic district in Americus, Sumter County, Georgia, U.S.. The defined area is an irregular pattern along Lee Street, with extensions on Dudley Street, at the railroad tracks, Rees Park, and Glessner Street. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since January 1, 1976. Church Street and the Oak Grove Cemetery represent a boundary increase on September 3, 1979.
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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 76000648. It was listed on January 1, 1976.
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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 Americus Historic District listed on the National Register?
Americus Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 1, 1976.
What type of historic resource is Americus Historic District?
Americus Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Americus Historic District?
The period of significance for Americus Historic District is recorded as the listed era.
Can I research the history near Americus Historic District?
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