About this property
The Carl Albert Federal Building is a historic courthouse located in McAlester, Oklahoma. Built in 1914, the facility was renamed in 1985 in honor of former Speaker of the House Carl Albert, a native of the town. It previously served the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.
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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 00000242. It was listed on March 24, 2000.
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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 Federal Building and US Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Federal Building and US Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 24, 2000.
What type of historic resource is Federal Building and US Courthouse?
Federal Building and US Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Federal Building and US Courthouse?
The period of significance for Federal Building and US Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1914.
Can I research the history near Federal Building and US Courthouse?
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