About this property
The La Luz Pottery Factory was built circa 1929, becoming a vital center of ceramic production in the region. In its earliest years, the factory, founded by Rowland Hazard, focused on manufacturing roofing tiles, supplying durable materials for local and regional construction, and flooring tiles. The tiles were used in buildings like the Albuquerque Little Theatre.
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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 79001544. It was listed on May 28, 1979.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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When was La Luz Pottery Factory (Additional Documentation) listed on the National Register?
La Luz Pottery Factory (Additional Documentation) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 28, 1979.
What type of historic resource is La Luz Pottery Factory (Additional Documentation)?
La Luz Pottery Factory (Additional Documentation) is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for La Luz Pottery Factory (Additional Documentation)?
The period of significance for La Luz Pottery Factory (Additional Documentation) is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1929.
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