About this property
Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church is an African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church located at 902 Broadway in Lincoln, Illinois. As a black church, Allen Chapel served as a center of Lincoln's small African-American community. The church hosted the community's religious and social events.
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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 04000422. It was listed on May 11, 2004.
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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 Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church listed on the National Register?
Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 2004.
What type of historic resource is Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
The period of significance for Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church is recorded as the pre_contact era, specifically around 902.
Can I research the history near Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church?
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