About this property
Saint Martin of Tours Catholic Church (French: Église catholique Saint Martin de Tours) is a historic church at 133 S. Main Street in Saint Martinville, Louisiana. The church was added to the National Register in 1972. The church was founded in 1765 by Acadian refugees settling in Atakapa country; the first church was probably designed by French military engineer Lieutenant Louis Andry.
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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 72001454. It was listed on April 9, 1972.
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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. Martin of Tours Catholic Church listed on the National Register?
St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 9, 1972.
What type of historic resource is St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church?
St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church?
The period of significance for St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church is recorded as the colonial era.
Can I research the history near St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church?
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