About this property
Dorchester Heights is the central area of South Boston. It is the highest area in the neighborhood and commands a view of both Boston Harbor and downtown.
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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 01001198. It was listed on November 1, 2001.
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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 Dorchester Heights Historic District listed on the National Register?
Dorchester Heights Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 1, 2001.
What type of historic resource is Dorchester Heights Historic District?
Dorchester Heights Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Dorchester Heights Historic District?
The period of significance for Dorchester Heights Historic District is recorded as the listed era.
Can I research the history near Dorchester Heights Historic District?
Yes. Aubrey Research reports search National Register listings, battlefield records, land patents, and other primary historical sources within any radius of a US address. A report for an address near Dorchester Heights Historic District will include this listing and all other historical records in the area.
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