About this property
The Biddeford–Saco Mills Historic District encompasses the historic mill complex that flanks both sides of the Saco River in Biddeford and Saco, Maine. It covers 38 acres (15 ha) of property adjacent to both cities' downtown areas which has seen industrial uses since the 18th century, and presently contains a collection of well-preserved 19th and early-20th century industrial buildings. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. Many of the buildings in the district have been rehabilitated and repurposed for other uses, including residential, commercial, and industrial.
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 08001258. It was listed on December 30, 2008.
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 Biddeford-Saco Mills Historic District (Additional Documentation) listed on the National Register?
Biddeford-Saco Mills Historic District (Additional Documentation) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 30, 2008.
What type of historic resource is Biddeford-Saco Mills Historic District (Additional Documentation)?
Biddeford-Saco Mills Historic District (Additional Documentation) is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Biddeford-Saco Mills Historic District (Additional Documentation)?
The period of significance for Biddeford-Saco Mills Historic District (Additional Documentation) is recorded as the colonial era.
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