About this property
The University of Memphis, School of Law building (also commonly known as the Customs House, Post Office, or Courthouse reflecting its prior uses) is a 5-story former federal building, located in downtown Memphis. As of 2010, the building is owned entirely by the University of Memphis and houses its law school. It is located at the corner of Front Street and Madison Avenue.
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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 80003873. It was listed on June 29, 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 U.S. Post Office-Front Street Station listed on the National Register?
U.S. Post Office-Front Street Station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 29, 1980.
What type of historic resource is U.S. Post Office-Front Street Station?
U.S. Post Office-Front Street Station is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for U.S. Post Office-Front Street Station?
The period of significance for U.S. Post Office-Front Street Station is recorded as the early_republic era.
Can I research the history near U.S. Post Office-Front Street Station?
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