About this property
The Adams Building is a historic commercial building at 1342–1368 Hancock Street in downtown Quincy, Massachusetts. Built in stages between 1880 and 1890, it is a distinctive example of Jacobethan architecture, and is one of city's oldest commercial buildings. It was owned for many years by members of the politically prominent Adams family.
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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 83000593. It was listed on June 22, 1983.
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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 Adams Building listed on the National Register?
Adams Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 22, 1983.
What type of historic resource is Adams Building?
Adams Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Adams Building?
The period of significance for Adams Building is recorded as the pre_contact era, specifically around 1342.
Can I research the history near Adams Building?
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