About this property
The Washington County Jail is located on Cherry Street, beside the courthouse, in downtown Washington, Pennsylvania. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 30, 1974. 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 74001813. It was listed on July 29, 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 Washington County Jail listed on the National Register?
Washington County Jail was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 29, 1974.
What type of historic resource is Washington County Jail?
Washington County Jail is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Washington County Jail?
The period of significance for Washington County Jail is recorded as the civil_war era.
Can I research the history near Washington County Jail?
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