About this property
Wells County Courthouse in Fessenden, North Dakota, United States, is a two-story Queen Anne style courthouse built in 1895. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. It was designed by John W. Ross (1848-1914).
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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 77001037. It was listed on September 14, 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 Wells County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Wells County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 14, 1977.
What type of historic resource is Wells County Courthouse?
Wells County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Wells County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Wells County Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1895.
Can I research the history near Wells County Courthouse?
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