About this property
Slater Park is the oldest and largest public park in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The park is named after Samuel Slater, a famous American industrialist who constructed America's first water-powered textile mill in Pawtucket. The park lies on the banks of the beautiful Ten Mile River and features the 1685 Daggett House, the oldest house in Pawtucket.
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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 76000004. It was listed on June 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 Slater Park listed on the National Register?
Slater Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 29, 1976.
What type of historic resource is Slater Park?
Slater Park is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Slater Park?
The period of significance for Slater Park is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1685.
Can I research the history near Slater Park?
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