About this property
The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y San Matías (English: Church of Our Lady of the Presentation and Saint Matthias) is a church in the municipality of Manatí, Puerto Rico. It was built originally in 1729 and underwent major repairs in 1864 directed by engineer Ramon Soler. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
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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 84003130. It was listed on September 17, 1984.
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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 Church Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria y San Matias of Manati listed on the National Register?
Church Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria y San Matias of Manati was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 17, 1984.
What type of historic resource is Church Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria y San Matias of Manati?
Church Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria y San Matias of Manati is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Church Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria y San Matias of Manati?
The period of significance for Church Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria y San Matias of Manati is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1729.
Can I research the history near Church Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria y San Matias of Manati?
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