US Post Office and Courthouse
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The U.S. Post Office and Courthouse in Devils Lake, North Dakota, was built in 1908. It was designed by James Knox Taylor and includes Classical Revival architecture. Also known as Devils Lake Post Office and as the Federal Building, it served historically as a courthouse and as a post office. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. According to its NRHP nomination, its Greek Revival styling is rare in North Dakota, and especially in Devils Lake, a "small rurally oriented community". In addition, the "quality of materials and workmanship set a nearly unattainable standard among contemporary buildings and, therefore, the 'Federal Building' became a cultural and artistic landmark to the community, a source of prestige still felt and honored." The Lake Region Heritage Center in the Old Post Office Building hosts many local and travelling exhibits. Exhibits include local history displays, a post office, recreations of a local doctor's and dentist office, the original federal courtroom, an early law office, a barber shop, and a display of Native American artifacts. The Center also hosts art exhibits in cooperation with the North Dakota Art Gallery Association.
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When was US Post Office and Courthouse listed on the National Register?
US Post Office and Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 21, 1978.
What type of historic resource is US Post Office and Courthouse?
US Post Office and Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for US Post Office and Courthouse?
The period of significance for US Post Office and Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era.
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