About this property
The Fort Bayard Historic District encompasses the area that was the location of Fort Bayard, a United States Army military installation north of present-day Santa Clara, New Mexico. Founded in 1866, the fort at first provided security (mainly by African-American "Buffalo Soldiers") against Native American attacks on settlers during the settlement of the region in the 19th century. It was then converted into the army's first tuberculosis sanitarium, and later became a VA hospital.
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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. National Historic Landmark designation, the highest level of federal recognition, is reserved for properties that possess exceptional national significance in the history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture of the United States. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 02000726. It was listed on July 6, 2002.
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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 Fort Bayard Historic District listed on the National Register?
Fort Bayard Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 6, 2002.
What type of historic resource is Fort Bayard Historic District?
Fort Bayard Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
Is Fort Bayard Historic District a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Fort Bayard Historic District has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.
What is the period of significance for Fort Bayard Historic District?
The period of significance for Fort Bayard Historic District is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1866.
Can I research the history near Fort Bayard Historic District?
Yes. Aubrey Research reports search National Register listings, battlefield records, land patents, and other primary historical sources within any radius of a US address. A report for an address near Fort Bayard Historic District will include this listing and all other historical records in the area.
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