About this property
The Oregon Commercial Historic District is a historic district in Oregon, Illinois, that has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2006. The district is roughly bordered by Jefferson, Franklin, 5th and 3rd Streets in Oregon. It is one of six Oregon sites listed on the National Register and one of three to be so listed since the turn of the 21st century. The other two are the Oregon Public Library, listed in 2003, and the Chana School, listed in 2005.
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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 06000713. It was listed on August 15, 2006.
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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 Oregon Commercial Historic District listed on the National Register?
Oregon Commercial Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 15, 2006.
What type of historic resource is Oregon Commercial Historic District?
Oregon Commercial Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Oregon Commercial Historic District?
The period of significance for Oregon Commercial Historic District is recorded as the modern era.
Can I research the history near Oregon Commercial Historic District?
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