About this property
The Griggs County Courthouse in Cooperstown, North Dakota was built in 1884. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. Within the courthouse grounds is an 1879 log house built by Omund Nelson Opheim, which was moved to here from 10 miles northeast of Cooperstown.
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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 77001025. It was listed on July 20, 1977.
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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 Griggs County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Griggs County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 20, 1977.
What type of historic resource is Griggs County Courthouse?
Griggs County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Griggs County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Griggs County Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1884.
Can I research the history near Griggs County Courthouse?
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