About this property
The Babson-Alling House is a historic colonial house in Gloucester, Massachusetts. The 2.5-story Georgian house was built in 1740 by William Allen, and remains one of Gloucester's finest houses of the period. It is a typical house of the time, with a center chimney plan and a gambrel roof.
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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 96000472. It was listed on April 25, 1996.
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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 Babson-Alling House listed on the National Register?
Babson-Alling House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 25, 1996.
What type of historic resource is Babson-Alling House?
Babson-Alling House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Babson-Alling House?
The period of significance for Babson-Alling House is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1740.
Can I research the history near Babson-Alling House?
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