About this property
Scott County Jail Complex located in Georgetown, Kentucky served as the Scott County jail from 1892 until 1990. Currently, the building houses the Scott County Arts & Cultural Center. The building is designated a Kentucky Landmark.
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 02000923. It was listed on September 5, 2002.
Categories
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Scott County Jail Complex listed on the National Register?
Scott County Jail Complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 5, 2002.
What type of historic resource is Scott County Jail Complex?
Scott County Jail Complex is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Scott County Jail Complex?
The period of significance for Scott County Jail Complex is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1892.
Can I research the history near Scott County Jail Complex?
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