About this property
The Iglesia San Sebastián Mártir (English: Church of Saint Sebastian the Martyr) in the plaza in San Sebastián, Puerto Rico was completed in 1897. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1984, and on the Puerto Rico Register of Historic Sites and Zones in 2001. It is one of five churches designed by state architect Pedro Cobreros during 1890 to 1896 and completed in 1897 and is "austere, yet noble".
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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 84003132. 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 San Sebastian Martir of San Sebastian listed on the National Register?
Church San Sebastian Martir of San Sebastian was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 17, 1984.
What type of historic resource is Church San Sebastian Martir of San Sebastian?
Church San Sebastian Martir of San Sebastian is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Church San Sebastian Martir of San Sebastian?
The period of significance for Church San Sebastian Martir of San Sebastian is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1890.
Can I research the history near Church San Sebastian Martir of San Sebastian?
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