About this property
Punta de las Figuras Light (Spanish: Faro Punta de las Figuras) is an historic lighthouse located in Arroyo, Puerto Rico. It was first lit by the Spanish government in 1893. The light was relocated in 1938, and the structure was deactivated and abandoned.
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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 81000687. It was listed on October 21, 1981.
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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 Faro de Punta de las Figuras listed on the National Register?
Faro de Punta de las Figuras was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 21, 1981.
What type of historic resource is Faro de Punta de las Figuras?
Faro de Punta de las Figuras is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Faro de Punta de las Figuras?
The period of significance for Faro de Punta de las Figuras is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1893.
Can I research the history near Faro de Punta de las Figuras?
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