About this property
The Bell Ranch is a historic ranch in San Miguel County, New Mexico, near Tucumcari. Owned by John Malone since 2010, it is one of the largest privately owned ranches in the United States. As of 2021, Malone is the second largest land owner in the country with 2.2 million acres.
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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 70000407. It was listed on October 5, 1970.
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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 Bell Ranch Headquarters listed on the National Register?
Bell Ranch Headquarters was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 5, 1970.
What type of historic resource is Bell Ranch Headquarters?
Bell Ranch Headquarters is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Bell Ranch Headquarters?
The period of significance for Bell Ranch Headquarters is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Bell Ranch Headquarters?
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