About this property
The Washington County Courthouse is a historic courthouse located at Salem, Indiana. It was designed by Harry P. McDonald and his brother, both of Louisville, and built in 1886. It is a Richardsonian Romanesque building and faced with limestone from the area was used in the construction.
Location
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 80000047. It was listed on June 15, 1980.
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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 Washington County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Washington County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 15, 1980.
What type of historic resource is Washington County Courthouse?
Washington County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Washington County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Washington County Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1886.
Can I research the history near Washington County Courthouse?
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