About this property
The Johnstown Flood Museum is a history museum located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, dedicated to the Johnstown Flood of 1889. The museum is housed in the former Cambria Public Library, which is part of the Downtown Johnstown Historic District.
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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 72001100. It was listed on June 18, 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 Cambria Public Library Building listed on the National Register?
Cambria Public Library Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 1972.
What type of historic resource is Cambria Public Library Building?
Cambria Public Library Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Cambria Public Library Building?
The period of significance for Cambria Public Library Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1889.
Can I research the history near Cambria Public Library Building?
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