About this property
The Oliver School (1892–1969), is a historic former elementary school and high school building that served African American students at 30 Oliver Street in Winchester, Kentucky, United States. The 1938 building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 4, 2004, for its contributions to Black and educational history. It has also been known as Oliver Street School, Oliver High School (from 1928 to 1954), and Oliver Elementary School (from 1956 to 1969).
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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 04000795. It was listed on August 3, 2004.
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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 Oliver School listed on the National Register?
Oliver School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 3, 2004.
What type of historic resource is Oliver School?
Oliver School is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Oliver School?
The period of significance for Oliver School is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1892.
Can I research the history near Oliver School?
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