About this property
Washington Methodist Church is a historic church at Highway 61 North and the north end of Morgantown Road in Washington, Mississippi. It was organized in 1799 by Rev Tobias Gibson. The present church building was built in 1828 and added to the National Register in 1986.
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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 86002168. It was listed on September 3, 1986.
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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 Washington Methodist Church listed on the National Register?
Washington Methodist Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 3, 1986.
What type of historic resource is Washington Methodist Church?
Washington Methodist Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Washington Methodist Church?
The period of significance for Washington Methodist Church is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1799.
Can I research the history near Washington Methodist Church?
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