About this property
Giant City State Park is an Illinois state park on 4,000 acres (1,619 ha) in Jackson and Union Counties, Illinois, United States. Illinois acquired more than 1,100 acres (450 ha) in 1927, and dedicated the park as Giant City State Park. A lodge and visitor center welcome state park guests.
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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 85002403. It was listed on March 4, 1985.
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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 Giant City State Park Lodge and Cabins listed on the National Register?
Giant City State Park Lodge and Cabins was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 4, 1985.
What type of historic resource is Giant City State Park Lodge and Cabins?
Giant City State Park Lodge and Cabins is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Giant City State Park Lodge and Cabins?
The period of significance for Giant City State Park Lodge and Cabins is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1927.
Can I research the history near Giant City State Park Lodge and Cabins?
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