About this property
The old Jennings Post Office is a historic post office building located at 118 West Plaquemine Street in Jennings, Louisiana. It is currently used as the Jefferson Davis Parish Library. It is a 1+1⁄2-story brick public building described as "Neo-Federal" in style, which served as post office for Jennings from 1915 until 1976.
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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 82002777. It was listed on May 19, 1982.
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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 Jennings Post Office listed on the National Register?
Jennings Post Office was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 19, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Jennings Post Office?
Jennings Post Office is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Jennings Post Office?
The period of significance for Jennings Post Office is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1915.
Can I research the history near Jennings Post Office?
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