About this property
The San Antonio de Padua Parish Church (Spanish: Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua) is a historic Roman Catholic parish church located in Guayama, Puerto Rico. The parish was erected in 1736 and the first church building completed no later than 1775. The original appearance of the building is unknown, but some of the eighteenth century walls may survive in the present structure.
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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 76002248. It was listed on July 29, 1976.
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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 Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua de Guayama listed on the National Register?
Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua de Guayama was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 29, 1976.
What type of historic resource is Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua de Guayama?
Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua de Guayama is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua de Guayama?
The period of significance for Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua de Guayama is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1736.
Can I research the history near Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua de Guayama?
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