National Register of Historic Places

Ridley Creek State Park

Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Listed
October 7, 1976
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
76001637

Location

Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
39.95774, -75.44980

Significance

Ridley Creek State Park is a historic district in Media, Delaware County, Pennsylvania. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 7, 1976, under reference number 76001637. It is recognized for its significance in Industry, Agriculture and Architecture.

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INDUSTRYAGRICULTUREARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Nearby Battles

Battle of Iron Works Hill (Brandywine follow-up)
1777Revolutionary War
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Battle of Paoli (Paoli Massacre)
1777Revolutionary War
5.1 mi
Battle of Paoli Massacre
1777Revolutionary War
5.5 mi
Battle of Paoli Massacre (1777)
1777Revolutionary War
5.7 mi

Questions about this property

When was Ridley Creek State Park listed on the National Register?

Ridley Creek State Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 7, 1976.

What type of historic resource is Ridley Creek State Park?

Ridley Creek State Park is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Ridley Creek State Park?

The period of significance for Ridley Creek State Park is recorded as the listed era.

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