About this property
The Hausgen House, a historic home, located on Walnut Lane in Anchorage, Kentucky, was constructed c. 1890 and is an example of the Colonial Revival design popular in eastern Jefferson County during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The home was built for H. Otto Hausgen by William B. Wood, known as Anchorage's master builder. The foundation of the home is constructed of local limestone; quarried from the nearby community of Peewee Valley, Kentucky.
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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 83002677. It was listed on July 11, 1983.
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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 Hausgen House listed on the National Register?
Hausgen House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 11, 1983.
What type of historic resource is Hausgen House?
Hausgen House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Hausgen House?
The period of significance for Hausgen House is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1890.
Can I research the history near Hausgen House?
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