About this property
The Old Rowan County Courthouse, located on Main Street in Morehead, Kentucky, was built in 1899. Since the early 21st century, it is used as the home of the Rowan County Arts Center. It is a two-story brick building on a rusticated limestone foundation.
Location
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 83002862. It was listed on July 20, 1983.
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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 Rowan County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Rowan County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 20, 1983.
What type of historic resource is Rowan County Courthouse?
Rowan County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Rowan County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Rowan County Courthouse is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1899.
Can I research the history near Rowan County Courthouse?
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