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The San Germán de Auxerre Church (Spanish: Iglesia San Germán de Auxerre) is a historic Roman Catholic parish church located in San Germán, Puerto Rico, overlooking its main town square. First built 1688, the current Baroque church has undergone numerous reconstructions and modifications after enduring numerous earthquakes throughout its lifespan. The church is a listed component of the San Germán Historic District and it was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 as part of …
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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 84000461. It was listed on December 10, 1984.
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When was Church San German Auxerre of San German listed on the National Register?
Church San German Auxerre of San German was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 10, 1984.
What type of historic resource is Church San German Auxerre of San German?
Church San German Auxerre of San German is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Church San German Auxerre of San German?
The period of significance for Church San German Auxerre of San German is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1688.
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