About this property
Hurricane Hall was built in the 1790s in Fayette County, Kentucky by David Laughed on the Lexington-Georgetown Pike in what is now a part of Lexington. Architecture historian Clay Lancaster describes it as "the most engaging residence in Fayette County". The home is included in the National Register of Historic Places listings in Fayette County, 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 76000871. It was listed on April 21, 1976.
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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 Hurricane Hall listed on the National Register?
Hurricane Hall was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 21, 1976.
What type of historic resource is Hurricane Hall?
Hurricane Hall is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Hurricane Hall?
The period of significance for Hurricane Hall is recorded as the colonial era.
Can I research the history near Hurricane Hall?
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