About this property
Louisville Gardens is a multi-purpose, 6,000-seat arena, in Louisville, Kentucky, that opened in 1905, as the Jefferson County Armory. It celebrated its 100th anniversary as former city mayor Jerry Abramson's official "Family-Friendly New Years Eve" celebration location. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
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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 80001606. It was listed on March 23, 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 Jefferson County Armory listed on the National Register?
Jefferson County Armory was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 23, 1980.
What type of historic resource is Jefferson County Armory?
Jefferson County Armory is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Jefferson County Armory?
The period of significance for Jefferson County Armory is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1905.
Can I research the history near Jefferson County Armory?
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