About this property
The Virginia Manufactory of Arms was a state-owned firearms manufacturer and arsenal in what is today Richmond, Virginia. It was established by the Commonwealth of Virginia in 1798 to supply the Virginia militia with firearms and related items such as swords and bayonets. The factory originally operated from 1802 or 1803 to 1821.
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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 00000282. It was listed on March 24, 2000.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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When was Richmond Armory listed on the National Register?
Richmond Armory was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 24, 2000.
What type of historic resource is Richmond Armory?
Richmond Armory is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Richmond Armory?
The period of significance for Richmond Armory is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1798.
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