About this property
The Chester County Courthouse is a historic courthouse building located in the county seat of West Chester, Chester County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1846 at a cost of $55,346 and was designed by Thomas U. Walter. Walter also designed the dome of the United States Capitol.
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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 72001109. It was listed on June 4, 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 Chester County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Chester County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 4, 1972.
What type of historic resource is Chester County Courthouse?
Chester County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Chester County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Chester County Courthouse is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1846.
Can I research the history near Chester County Courthouse?
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