National Historic Landmark

Fleur-de-Lis Studios

Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island
Listed
October 4, 1992
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
92001886

About this property

The Fleur-de-Lys Studios, also known as Fleur-de-Lis Studios or Sydney Burleigh Studio, is a historic art studio, and an important structure in the development of the Arts and Crafts Movement in the United States. It is located at 7 Thomas Street in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island. It was designed by Sydney Burleigh and Edmund R. Willson, and built in 1885. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1992. In addition, it is part of the College Hill Historic District.

Location

7 Thomas St.
Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island
41.82781, -71.40866

Categories

ARCHITECTUREART
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Fleur-de-Lis Studios listed on the National Register?

Fleur-de-Lis Studios was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 4, 1992.

What type of historic resource is Fleur-de-Lis Studios?

Fleur-de-Lis Studios is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Fleur-de-Lis Studios a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Fleur-de-Lis Studios has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Fleur-de-Lis Studios?

The period of significance for Fleur-de-Lis Studios is recorded as the industrial era.

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