About this property
Archeological Site 38CK1, also known as the Upton Site, is a historic archaeological site located near Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina. The site contains well preserved examples of a specialized soapstone procurement site occupied primarily during the prehistoric, Late Archaic Period (3000 BC – 500 BC). The site is divided into two major areas and the quarry exhibits both historic and prehistoric utilization. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
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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 80003661. It was listed on December 10, 1980.
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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 Archeological Site 38CK1 listed on the National Register?
Archeological Site 38CK1 was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 10, 1980.
What type of historic resource is Archeological Site 38CK1?
Archeological Site 38CK1 is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Archeological Site 38CK1?
The period of significance for Archeological Site 38CK1 is recorded as the pre_contact era.
Can I research the history near Archeological Site 38CK1?
Yes. Aubrey Research reports search National Register listings, battlefield records, land patents, and other primary historical sources within any radius of a US address. A report for an address near Archeological Site 38CK1 will include this listing and all other historical records in the area.
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