About this property
The Columbus Ironworks (also known as the Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center ) was built in 1853. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1969. During the Civil War, the industrial plant produced weapons for the Confederate army. These weapons included cannons, pistols, rifles, and swords. Today, it is used as an event center.
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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 69000046. It was listed on July 28, 1969.
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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 Columbus Ironworks listed on the National Register?
Columbus Ironworks was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 28, 1969.
What type of historic resource is Columbus Ironworks?
Columbus Ironworks is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Columbus Ironworks?
The period of significance for Columbus Ironworks is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1853.
Can I research the history near Columbus Ironworks?
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