About this property
The West Hatfield Historic District encompasses the historic rural village center of West Hatfield, Massachusetts. It is centered on the junction of West Street (US Route 5) with Linseed Road and Church Avenue, and developed in the 19th century as a railroad-driven agricultural transportation center, populated mainly by immigrants. The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
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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 05000079. It was listed on February 24, 2005.
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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 West Hatfield Historic District listed on the National Register?
West Hatfield Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 24, 2005.
What type of historic resource is West Hatfield Historic District?
West Hatfield Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for West Hatfield Historic District?
The period of significance for West Hatfield Historic District is recorded as the modern era.
Can I research the history near West Hatfield Historic District?
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