About this property
The Wilmington Historic District is a national historic district located at Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. The district encompasses 875 contributing buildings 38 contributing sites, and 3 contributing structures in the historic core and surrounding residential sections of Wilmington. The district developed after Wilmington was laid out in 1737, and includes notable examples of Queen Anne and Bungalow/American Craftsman style architecture. Located in the district are the separately listed City Hall/Thalian Hall and Alton Lennon Federal Building and Courthouse. Other notable buildings include: Smith-Anderson House (c.
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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 03000344. It was listed on April 30, 2003.
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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 Wilmington Historic District (Boundary Increase) listed on the National Register?
Wilmington Historic District (Boundary Increase) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 30, 2003.
What type of historic resource is Wilmington Historic District (Boundary Increase)?
Wilmington Historic District (Boundary Increase) is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Wilmington Historic District (Boundary Increase)?
The period of significance for Wilmington Historic District (Boundary Increase) is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1737.
Can I research the history near Wilmington Historic District (Boundary Increase)?
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