About this property
Big Spring Union Church, also known as Big Springs Primitive Baptist Church, is a historic church in Springdale, Claiborne County, Tennessee. The church was built circa 1795 or 1796, and was known at first as Big Spring Meetinghouse. A Baptist church was organized at the site in 1800.
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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 75001739. It was listed on May 28, 1975.
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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 Big Spring Union Church (Additional Documentation) listed on the National Register?
Big Spring Union Church (Additional Documentation) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 28, 1975.
What type of historic resource is Big Spring Union Church (Additional Documentation)?
Big Spring Union Church (Additional Documentation) is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Big Spring Union Church (Additional Documentation)?
The period of significance for Big Spring Union Church (Additional Documentation) is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1795.
Can I research the history near Big Spring Union Church (Additional Documentation)?
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