About this property
Grafton National Cemetery is a United States National Cemetery located in Grafton, West Virginia. It encompasses a total of 3.2 acres (1.3 ha). Along with West Virginia National Cemetery, it is one of two United States Department of Veterans Affairs national cemeteries in West Virginia, both of which are located in Grafton.
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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 82004330. It was listed on February 19, 1982.
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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 Grafton National Cemetery listed on the National Register?
Grafton National Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 19, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Grafton National Cemetery?
Grafton National Cemetery is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Grafton National Cemetery?
The period of significance for Grafton National Cemetery is recorded as the listed era.
Can I research the history near Grafton National Cemetery?
Yes. Aubrey Research reports search National Register listings, battlefield records, land patents, and other primary historical sources within any radius of a US address. A report for an address near Grafton National Cemetery will include this listing and all other historical records in the area.
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