About this property
The Knox County Courthouse is a historic building located at 300 Main Street in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. Built in 1886, it served as Knox County's courthouse until the completion of the City-County Building in 1980, and continues to house offices for several county departments. John Sevier, Tennessee's first governor, is buried on the courthouse lawn.
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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 73001803. It was listed on April 23, 1973.
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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 Knox County Courthouse (Additional Documentation) listed on the National Register?
Knox County Courthouse (Additional Documentation) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 23, 1973.
What type of historic resource is Knox County Courthouse (Additional Documentation)?
Knox County Courthouse (Additional Documentation) is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Knox County Courthouse (Additional Documentation)?
The period of significance for Knox County Courthouse (Additional Documentation) is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1886.
Can I research the history near Knox County Courthouse (Additional Documentation)?
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