About this property
The Attleborough Falls Historic District is a predominantly residential historic district on Mt. Hope and Towne Streets in North Attleborough, Massachusetts. Located just south of the Ten Mile River, it encompasses a stylish mid-to-late 19th century residential area that developed in a previously rural area due to industrial development across the river. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.
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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 03001372. It was listed on January 6, 2004.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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When was Attleborough Falls Historic District listed on the National Register?
Attleborough Falls Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 6, 2004.
What type of historic resource is Attleborough Falls Historic District?
Attleborough Falls Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Attleborough Falls Historic District?
The period of significance for Attleborough Falls Historic District is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Attleborough Falls Historic District?
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