About this property
Jefferson College is a former school in Washington, Mississippi. Named in honor of Thomas Jefferson, the college was chartered in 1802, but did not begin operation until 1811. Jefferson College was founded as an all-male college, but operated primarily as a college-preparatory school, and later became a military boarding school, which it remained for most of its history.
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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 70000316. It was listed on August 24, 1970.
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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 Jefferson College listed on the National Register?
Jefferson College was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 24, 1970.
What type of historic resource is Jefferson College?
Jefferson College is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Jefferson College?
The period of significance for Jefferson College is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1802.
Can I research the history near Jefferson College?
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