About this property
The Las Vegas Plaza is a plaza and historic district in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The plaza was originally laid out in 1835 by Mexican settlers and is surrounded by a number of historically and architecturally notable buildings. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
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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 74001202. It was listed on December 16, 1974.
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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 Las Vegas Plaza listed on the National Register?
Las Vegas Plaza was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 16, 1974.
What type of historic resource is Las Vegas Plaza?
Las Vegas Plaza is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Las Vegas Plaza?
The period of significance for Las Vegas Plaza is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1835.
Can I research the history near Las Vegas Plaza?
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