About this property
Boxborough Old Town Center is a historic district encompassing the historic center of Boxborough, Massachusetts. It consists of a cluster of properties that lie primarily along Hill Road, extending from point a short way north of its junction with Schoolhouse Lane to a bend in road just south Middle Street. The 52 contributing properties range in date from the 1770s to the early 20th century, spanning much of the town's history. The town was bypassed by significant economic development in the 19th century, and has retained much of its rural charm, despite growing suburbanization in the second half of the 20th century. This particular area constituted the civic heart of the town until about 1900, when the current town hall was built in a more central location.
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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 06001122. It was listed on December 12, 2006.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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When was Boxborough Old Town Center listed on the National Register?
Boxborough Old Town Center was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 12, 2006.
What type of historic resource is Boxborough Old Town Center?
Boxborough Old Town Center is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Boxborough Old Town Center?
The period of significance for Boxborough Old Town Center is recorded as the colonial era.
Can I research the history near Boxborough Old Town Center?
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