National Register of Historic Places

South Orange Fire Department

South Orange Village, Essex County, New Jersey
Listed
March 19, 1998
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
98000255

About this property

The South Orange Fire Headquarters is located in South Orange, Essex County, New Jersey, United States. The building was built in 1926 under the direction of architects, Arthur Dillon and Henry L Beadel. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 22, 1998. The building serves as the headquarters for the South Essex Fire Department. On April 22, 2002, the Fire Headquarters was closed due to the presence of asbestos throughout the structure. The building was renovated and reopened several years later.

Location

South Orange Village, Essex County, New Jersey
40.74527, -74.26049

Categories

COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTARCHITECTURE
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was South Orange Fire Department listed on the National Register?

South Orange Fire Department was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 19, 1998.

What type of historic resource is South Orange Fire Department?

South Orange Fire Department is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for South Orange Fire Department?

The period of significance for South Orange Fire Department is recorded as the industrial era.

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