About this property
Dick Building, also known as the Cornerstone Building, is a historic commercial and apartment building located in West Newton, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. The original section was built in 1890, with an addition made between 1910 and 1925. It is a three-story, L-shaped brick building executed in the Romanesque Revival 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 07000890. It was listed on August 29, 2007.
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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 Dick Building listed on the National Register?
Dick Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 29, 2007.
What type of historic resource is Dick Building?
Dick Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Dick Building?
The period of significance for Dick Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1890.
Can I research the history near Dick Building?
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