About this property
The Adair County Courthouse in Columbia, Kentucky, a courthouse at 500 Public Sq., was built in 1885. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. It was designed by McDonald Brothers.
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 74000847. It was listed on August 26, 1974.
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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 Adair County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Adair County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 26, 1974.
What type of historic resource is Adair County Courthouse?
Adair County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Adair County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Adair County Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1885.
Can I research the history near Adair County Courthouse?
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