National Register of Historic Places

Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase)

Woonsocket, Providence County, Rhode Island
Listed
November 24, 1982
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
82000134

Location

Woonsocket, Providence County, Rhode Island
42.00523, -71.51737

Significance

Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase) is a historic district in Woonsocket, Providence County, Rhode Island. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 24, 1982, under reference number 82000134. It is recognized for its significance in Social History.

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SOCIAL HISTORY
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

Cato Hill Historic District
Listed
0.1 mi
Honan's Block and 112-114 Main Street
Industrial
0.2 mi
Harris Warehouse
Early Republic
0.2 mi
Linton Block
Industrial
0.2 mi
Main Street Historic District
Listed
0.2 mi

Nearby Battles

Battle of Nipsachuck 1675
1675Colonial
1.9 mi
Nipsachuck Swamp Fight
1676Colonial
4 mi
Battle of Nipsachuck Swamp
1676Colonial
5.5 mi

Questions about this property

When was Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase) listed on the National Register?

Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 24, 1982.

What type of historic resource is Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase)?

Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase) is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase)?

The period of significance for Cato Hill Historic District (Boundary Increase) is recorded as the listed era.

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