About this property
historic fort and military reservation; and surrounding parkland in Fort Washington, Maryland, United States
Location
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 66000965. It was listed on October 14, 1966.
Categories
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Fort Washington listed on the National Register?
Fort Washington was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.
What type of historic resource is Fort Washington?
Fort Washington is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Fort Washington?
The period of significance for Fort Washington is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1808.
Can I research the history near Fort Washington?
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