About this property
The Shoup Building is a historic commercial building located at the intersection of Center and Main Streets in Salmon, Idaho. The three-story building was constructed in 1886 for merchant George Shoup; Shoup went on to become the first Governor of Idaho. The building was one of the most architecturally exquisite in territorial Idaho, and state and local newspapers praised the structure upon its completion.
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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 78001081. It was listed on March 30, 1978.
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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 Shoup Building listed on the National Register?
Shoup Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 30, 1978.
What type of historic resource is Shoup Building?
Shoup Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Shoup Building?
The period of significance for Shoup Building is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Shoup Building?
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