About this property
Bruton Parish Church is located in the restored area of Colonial Williamsburg in Williamsburg, Virginia, United States. It was established in 1674 by the consolidation of two previous parishes in the Virginia Colony, and remains an active Episcopal parish. The building, constructed 1711–15, was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1970 as a well-preserved early example of colonial religious architecture.
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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. National Historic Landmark designation, the highest level of federal recognition, is reserved for properties that possess exceptional national significance in the history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture of the United States. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 70000861. It was listed on May 9, 1970.
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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 Bruton Parish Church listed on the National Register?
Bruton Parish Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 9, 1970.
What type of historic resource is Bruton Parish Church?
Bruton Parish Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
Is Bruton Parish Church a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Bruton Parish Church has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.
What is the period of significance for Bruton Parish Church?
The period of significance for Bruton Parish Church is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1715.
Can I research the history near Bruton Parish Church?
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