About this property
The Downing Building is a historic commercial building in downtown Bend, Oregon, United States. It was built in 1920 by local stage driver and restaurateur William P. Downing. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004. It housed The Bus Depot during the 1980s.
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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 04001262. It was listed on November 26, 2004.
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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 Downing Building listed on the National Register?
Downing Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 26, 2004.
What type of historic resource is Downing Building?
Downing Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Downing Building?
The period of significance for Downing Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1920.
Can I research the history near Downing Building?
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