Beckley Mill Site
About this property
The Beckley Mill Site is a historic archaeological site off Worley Road near Piney Creek in Beckley, West Virginia. The site is that of a mill established in 1835 by Beckley's founder and namesake, Alfred Beckley. The mill remained in use into the early 20th century, but was eventually closed and abandoned.
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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 100000947. It was listed on May 1, 2017.
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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 Beckley Mill Site listed on the National Register?
Beckley Mill Site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 1, 2017.
What type of historic resource is Beckley Mill Site?
Beckley Mill Site is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Beckley Mill Site?
The period of significance for Beckley Mill Site is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1835.
Can I research the history near Beckley Mill Site?
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