About this property
The Sunderland Center Historic District encompasses the historic center of the farming town of Sunderland, Massachusetts, on the plains of the Connecticut River. The multi-acre district runs along North and South Main Street (Massachusetts Route 47), roughly from Old Amherst Road to North Silver Lane, and includes Bridge Street and the Sunderland Bridge across the river. The properties in the district largely still follow the plan of the town when it was first laid out in 1714. The predominant architectural style in the district is Greek Revival, but there are fine examples of Georgian and Federalist architecture, as well as a number of late 19th and early 20th century architectural styles. The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.
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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 02000157. It was listed on March 15, 2002.
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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 Sunderland Center Historic District listed on the National Register?
Sunderland Center Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 15, 2002.
What type of historic resource is Sunderland Center Historic District?
Sunderland Center Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Sunderland Center Historic District?
The period of significance for Sunderland Center Historic District is recorded as the colonial era.
Can I research the history near Sunderland Center Historic District?
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