About this property
The Old Louisiana State Capitol, also known as the State House, is a historic government building, and now a museum, at 100 North Boulevard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. It housed the Louisiana State Legislature from the mid-19th century until the current capitol tower building was constructed from 1929-32. It was built to both look like and function like a castle and has led some locals to call it the Louisiana Castle, the Castle of Baton Rouge, the Castle on the River, or the Museum of…
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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 73000862. It was listed on January 12, 1973.
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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 Old Louisiana State Capitol listed on the National Register?
Old Louisiana State Capitol was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 12, 1973.
What type of historic resource is Old Louisiana State Capitol?
Old Louisiana State Capitol is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
Is Old Louisiana State Capitol a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Old Louisiana State Capitol 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 Old Louisiana State Capitol?
The period of significance for Old Louisiana State Capitol is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1929.
Can I research the history near Old Louisiana State Capitol?
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