About this property
Old Main is a historic building on the campus of Pennsylvania Western University California (known before July 2022 as California University of Pennsylvania) in California, Pennsylvania. It is designated as a historic public landmark by the Washington County History & Landmarks Foundation.
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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 74001806. It was listed on May 1, 1974.
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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 Old Main, California State College listed on the National Register?
Old Main, California State College was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 1, 1974.
What type of historic resource is Old Main, California State College?
Old Main, California State College is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Old Main, California State College?
The period of significance for Old Main, California State College is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Old Main, California State College?
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