About this property
Natchitoches Historic District ( NAK-ə-tish; named after the indigenous people of the area), also known as Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District, is a historic district encompassing the heart of Natchitoches, Louisiana, the oldest permanent European settlement in what is now Louisiana, and the oldest permanent European settlement in the wider geographic area involved in the Louisiana Purchase. It was founded by the French in 1714 and declared a National Historic Landmark in 1984.
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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. National Historic Landmark designation, the highest level of federal recognition, is reserved for properties that possess exceptional national significance in the history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture of the United States. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 74000928. It was listed on June 4, 1974.
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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 Natchitoches Historic District listed on the National Register?
Natchitoches Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 4, 1974.
What type of historic resource is Natchitoches Historic District?
Natchitoches Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
Is Natchitoches Historic District a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Natchitoches Historic District has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.
What is the period of significance for Natchitoches Historic District?
The period of significance for Natchitoches Historic District is recorded as the pre_contact era, specifically around 1714.
Can I research the history near Natchitoches Historic District?
Yes. Aubrey Research reports search National Register listings, battlefield records, land patents, and other primary historical sources within any radius of a US address. A report for an address near Natchitoches Historic District will include this listing and all other historical records in the area.
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