About this property
The Bellefonte Forge House, also known as the John Dunlop House, is located just south of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, in Spring Township, Centre County. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, due to its connection with prominent figures in the iron industry of the early 19th century and because of its domestic architecture influenced by the Federal style.
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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 99001020. It was listed on August 19, 1999.
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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 Bellefonte Forge House listed on the National Register?
Bellefonte Forge House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 19, 1999.
What type of historic resource is Bellefonte Forge House?
Bellefonte Forge House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Bellefonte Forge House?
The period of significance for Bellefonte Forge House is recorded as the early_republic era.
Can I research the history near Bellefonte Forge House?
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