About this property
The Ames Schoolhouse is an historic school building at 450 Washington Street in Dedham, Massachusetts. It was originally part of the Dedham Public Schools. It currently serves as the town hall and senior center for the Town of Dedham.
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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 83004284. It was listed on March 30, 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 Ames Schoolhouse listed on the National Register?
Ames Schoolhouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 30, 1983.
What type of historic resource is Ames Schoolhouse?
Ames Schoolhouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Ames Schoolhouse?
The period of significance for Ames Schoolhouse is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Ames Schoolhouse?
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