About this property
The St. James Episcopal Church, located in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a congregation of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana. Although Episcopalians began gathering in 1819, St.
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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 78001423. It was listed on May 4, 1978.
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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 St. James Episcopal Church listed on the National Register?
St. James Episcopal Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 4, 1978.
What type of historic resource is St. James Episcopal Church?
St. James Episcopal Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for St. James Episcopal Church?
The period of significance for St. James Episcopal Church is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1819.
Can I research the history near St. James Episcopal Church?
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