About this property
The Capitol Complex Historic District encompasses the principal historic elements of Maine's state administration complex at Capitol and State Streets in Augusta, Maine. Included in the district are the Maine State House, Capitol Park, The Blaine House (the official governor's residence), the Burton Cross Office Building, and a number of state-owned 19th century residences in the vicinity of the Blaine House. The district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.
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 01001417. It was listed on December 31, 2001.
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 Capitol Complex Historic District listed on the National Register?
Capitol Complex Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 31, 2001.
What type of historic resource is Capitol Complex Historic District?
Capitol Complex Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Capitol Complex Historic District?
The period of significance for Capitol Complex Historic District is recorded as the modern era.
Can I research the history near Capitol Complex Historic District?
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