National Register of Historic Places

Old Public Safety Building

Seattle, King County, Washington
Listed
June 18, 1973
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
73001878

Location

4th Ave. and Terrace St. and 5th Ave. and Yesler Way
Seattle, King County, Washington
47.60212, -122.32782

Significance

Old Public Safety Building is a building in Seattle, King County, Washington. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 1973, under reference number 73001878. It is recognized for its significance in Architecture and Social History.

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Questions about this property

When was Old Public Safety Building listed on the National Register?

Old Public Safety Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 1973.

What type of historic resource is Old Public Safety Building?

Old Public Safety Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Old Public Safety Building?

The period of significance for Old Public Safety Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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