National Register of Historic Places

Ascension Roman Catholic Church Complex

North Tonawanda, Niagara County, New York
Listed
August 28, 2016
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
16000592

Location

168 and 172 Robinson St., 61, 69 and 91 Keil St.
North Tonawanda, Niagara County, New York
43.03329, -78.87533

Significance

Ascension Roman Catholic Church Complex is a historic district in North Tonawanda, Niagara County, New York. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 28, 2016, under reference number 16000592. It is recognized for its significance in Social History and Architecture.

Categories

SOCIAL HISTORYARCHITECTURE
Sources

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When was Ascension Roman Catholic Church Complex listed on the National Register?

Ascension Roman Catholic Church Complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 28, 2016.

What type of historic resource is Ascension Roman Catholic Church Complex?

Ascension Roman Catholic Church Complex is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

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