About this property
The Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot is a historic railway station in the village of Elizabeth, Illinois, U.S. It was built in 1877–78 and like many rural stations along the Chicago Great Western Railroad it was cast in Stick style. The building was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1996.
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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 96000098. It was listed on February 16, 1996.
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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 Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot listed on the National Register?
Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 16, 1996.
What type of historic resource is Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot?
Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot?
The period of significance for Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1877.
Can I research the history near Chicago Great Western Railroad Depot?
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