About this property
The Washoe County Courthouse, at 117 S. Virginia St. in Reno, Nevada, was built in 1910. It is significant for playing a role in the divorce industry in Nevada during the first half of the 20th century, when divorce was legal in Nevada and liberal residency requirements were enacted, while divorce was much more difficult elsewhere.
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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 86002254. It was listed on August 5, 1986.
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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 Washoe County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Washoe County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 5, 1986.
What type of historic resource is Washoe County Courthouse?
Washoe County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Washoe County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Washoe County Courthouse is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1910.
Can I research the history near Washoe County Courthouse?
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