About this property
The Elkton Commercial Historic District , in Elkton, Kentucky, is a 2.8 acres (1.1 ha) historic district which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. It included 18 contributing buildings around the public square of Elkton, intersected by N., S., E., and W. Main Streets. The buildings are "primarily one-to-two-story masonry structures with detailing and designs reflecting local interpretations of the Italianate and Colonial Revival commercial forms of the period. While the majority of the commercial buildings have altered storefronts, most retain original upper facade detailing. The public square is the commercial center of Elkton and Todd County." These include: Todd County Courthouse (1835), in the center of the square, built by local brickmason Jesse Russell.
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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 89001976. It was listed on November 13, 1989.
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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 Elkton Commercial Historic District listed on the National Register?
Elkton Commercial Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1989.
What type of historic resource is Elkton Commercial Historic District?
Elkton Commercial Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Elkton Commercial Historic District?
The period of significance for Elkton Commercial Historic District is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1835.
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