Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo
About this property
The Ermita Nuestra Señora de la Valvanera (English: Hermitage Church of Our Lady of Valvanera) is a historic church in Coamo, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1685 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. The chapel is brick masonry and about 68 feet (21 m) by 34 feet (10 m).
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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 86000700. It was listed on March 30, 1986.
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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 Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo listed on the National Register?
Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 30, 1986.
What type of historic resource is Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo?
Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo?
The period of significance for Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1685.
Can I research the history near Hermitage Church of Nuestra Senora de Valvanera of Coamo?
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