About this property
Magnolia Hall of Natchez, Mississippi, is also known as the Henderson-Britton House and was built in 1858. As a Greek Revival mansion it is a contributing property to the Natchez On Top of the Hill Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Magnolia Hall was built by Thomas Henderson, a wealthy merchant, planter and cotton broker.
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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 78001580. It was listed on June 8, 1978.
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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 Henderson-Britton House listed on the National Register?
Henderson-Britton House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 8, 1978.
What type of historic resource is Henderson-Britton House?
Henderson-Britton House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Henderson-Britton House?
The period of significance for Henderson-Britton House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1858.
Can I research the history near Henderson-Britton House?
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