About this property
Arlington Ridge Park, also known as the Nevius Tract, is a historic park property located in Arlington County, Virginia. The property lies within the boundaries of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. It includes the Marine Corps War Memorial (1954), also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial; and the Netherlands Carillon (1960). It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009.
Location
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 09000688. It was listed on September 3, 2009.
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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 Arlington Ridge Park listed on the National Register?
Arlington Ridge Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 3, 2009.
What type of historic resource is Arlington Ridge Park?
Arlington Ridge Park is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Arlington Ridge Park?
The period of significance for Arlington Ridge Park is recorded as the modern era, specifically around 1954.
Can I research the history near Arlington Ridge Park?
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