About this property
The First Parish Burial Ground is a historic cemetery located at 122 Centennial Avenue in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Established in 1644, the 2.5 acres (1.0 ha) site is Gloucester's oldest burying ground. It once stood at the heart of the Gloucester settlement, and was for 80 years its only cemetery.
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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 10000040. It was listed on February 26, 2010.
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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 First Parish Burial Ground listed on the National Register?
First Parish Burial Ground was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 26, 2010.
What type of historic resource is First Parish Burial Ground?
First Parish Burial Ground is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for First Parish Burial Ground?
The period of significance for First Parish Burial Ground is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1644.
Can I research the history near First Parish Burial Ground?
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