About this property
The Old Indian Cemetery or "Old Cemetery" is a historic cemetery at 50 Cottage Street in West Brookfield, Massachusetts. The cemetery was established in 1710 and was an active burial ground until 1849. The cemetery "is the resting place of 16 French and Indian War soldiers, 11 Revolutionary War soldiers, and 6 men who were killed in 1710 by Indians and became known as the Haymakers. It is also the resting place for Jedediah Foster, his wife and daughter, and Diederick Leertouwer." The site was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006.
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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 06000400. It was listed on May 16, 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 Indian Cemetery, Old listed on the National Register?
Indian Cemetery, Old was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 16, 2006.
What type of historic resource is Indian Cemetery, Old?
Indian Cemetery, Old is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Indian Cemetery, Old?
The period of significance for Indian Cemetery, Old is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1710.
Can I research the history near Indian Cemetery, Old?
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