About this property
Terracotta, also known as terra cotta or terra-cotta (Italian: [ˌtɛrraˈkɔtta]; lit. 'baked earth'; from Latin terra cocta 'cooked earth'), is a clay-based non-vitreous ceramic fired at relatively low temperatures. The term is used for earthenware objects of certain types, as set out below. Usage and definitions of the term vary, such as: In art, pottery, applied art, and craft, terracotta is a term often used for red-coloured earthenware sculptures or functional articles such as flower pots,…
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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 72000820. It was listed on March 16, 1972.
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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 Terra Cotta Building listed on the National Register?
Terra Cotta Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 16, 1972.
What type of historic resource is Terra Cotta Building?
Terra Cotta Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Terra Cotta Building?
The period of significance for Terra Cotta Building is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Terra Cotta Building?
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