About this property
Ravenna is a historic two-and-a-half-story mansion in Natchez, Mississippi, U.S.. It was built in 1835-1836 for William Harris, a merchant commissioner, planter and Natchez alderman. It was designed in the Greek Revival architectural style, based on plans by Asher Benjamin.
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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 82004975. It was listed on November 4, 1982.
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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 Ravenna listed on the National Register?
Ravenna was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 4, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Ravenna?
Ravenna is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Ravenna?
The period of significance for Ravenna is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1835.
Can I research the history near Ravenna?
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