About this property
The 1774 Alexander Rock House in Charlotte, North Carolina, US, is the oldest house in Mecklenburg County and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. Originally built by the Alexander Family who finished construction in 1774, the Rock House and its various outbuildings have had many owners over the years with The Charlotte Museum of History being its steward today.
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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 70000461. It was listed on April 16, 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 Alexander, Hezekiah, House listed on the National Register?
Alexander, Hezekiah, House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 16, 1970.
What type of historic resource is Alexander, Hezekiah, House?
Alexander, Hezekiah, House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Alexander, Hezekiah, House?
The period of significance for Alexander, Hezekiah, House is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1774.
Can I research the history near Alexander, Hezekiah, House?
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