About this property
Yancey's Tavern is a historic structure located in Sullivan County, Tennessee on Island Road, the first wagon road in the state (1761). The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
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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 73001850. It was listed on April 10, 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 Yancey's Tavern listed on the National Register?
Yancey's Tavern was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 10, 1973.
What type of historic resource is Yancey's Tavern?
Yancey's Tavern is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Yancey's Tavern?
The period of significance for Yancey's Tavern is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1761.
Can I research the history near Yancey's Tavern?
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