About this property
The Iberville Parish Courthouse is a historic building located at 57735 Main Street in Plaquemine, Louisiana. Built in 1848 by George and Thomas Weldon, of Natchez, it served as a courthouse until 1906. It served as Plaquemine City Hall from 1906 until 1985, and was and later restored for its present use as Iberville Museum.
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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 80001732. It was listed on May 30, 1980.
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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 Iberville Parish Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Iberville Parish Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 30, 1980.
What type of historic resource is Iberville Parish Courthouse?
Iberville Parish Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Iberville Parish Courthouse?
The period of significance for Iberville Parish Courthouse is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1848.
Can I research the history near Iberville Parish Courthouse?
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