About this property
The James Memorial Library in Williston, North Dakota was built in 1911 in Beaux Arts style. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. According to its NRHP nomination, the library "is both architecturally and historically important to the Williston community." The building is now home to the James Memorial Art Center.
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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 79001777. It was listed on November 14, 1979.
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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 James Memorial Library listed on the National Register?
James Memorial Library was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 14, 1979.
What type of historic resource is James Memorial Library?
James Memorial Library is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for James Memorial Library?
The period of significance for James Memorial Library is recorded as the civil_war era.
Can I research the history near James Memorial Library?
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