About this property
The Monticello Historic Commercial District, around Main and Columbus Streets in Monticello, Kentucky, is a 2.4 acres (0.97 ha) historic district which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It includes a United States Post Office among its 11 contributing buildings. The modern Wayne County Courthouse is excluded from the district.
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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 82001577. It was listed on October 29, 1982.
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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 Monticello Historic Commercial District listed on the National Register?
Monticello Historic Commercial District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 29, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Monticello Historic Commercial District?
Monticello Historic Commercial District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Monticello Historic Commercial District?
The period of significance for Monticello Historic Commercial District is recorded as the civil_war era.
Can I research the history near Monticello Historic Commercial District?
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