About this property
The Downtown Bennington Historic District encompasses the historic commercial heart of Bennington, Vermont. Centered on the junction of Main, South, and North Streets, it exhibits a variety of commercial architectural styles from the early 19th to mid-20th century. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, and was enlarged in 2008.
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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 08000454. It was listed on May 20, 2008.
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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 Downtown Bennington Historic District (Boundary Increase) listed on the National Register?
Downtown Bennington Historic District (Boundary Increase) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 20, 2008.
What type of historic resource is Downtown Bennington Historic District (Boundary Increase)?
Downtown Bennington Historic District (Boundary Increase) is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Downtown Bennington Historic District (Boundary Increase)?
The period of significance for Downtown Bennington Historic District (Boundary Increase) is recorded as the listed era.
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