About this property
The Harlan Log House, also known as "The Log House," was built about 1715 by Joshua Harlan, is a well-preserved example of an English-style log cabin near Kennett Square, in Kennett Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is about a half mile west of the hamlet of Fairville. Joshua Harlan was the son of George Harlan, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1687.
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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 87001211. It was listed on July 15, 1987.
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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 Harlan Log House listed on the National Register?
Harlan Log House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 15, 1987.
What type of historic resource is Harlan Log House?
Harlan Log House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Harlan Log House?
The period of significance for Harlan Log House is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1687.
Can I research the history near Harlan Log House?
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