About this property
The Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building is a historic industrial building for production of cottonseed oil located in Port Gibson, Mississippi, United States. Beginning operations in 1882, it is one of the earliest cottonseed crushing mills in the U.S. The two-story, brick mill building was still in operation as of 1979. Major parts of the interior machinery had been modernized in 1930 and 1955.
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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 79003422. It was listed on July 21, 1979.
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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 Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building listed on the National Register?
Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 21, 1979.
What type of historic resource is Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building?
Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building?
The period of significance for Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1882.
Can I research the history near Port Gibson Oil Works Mill Building?
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