About this property
Old Hardy County Courthouse, also known as "First" Hardy County Courthouse, is a historic courthouse building located at Moorefield, Hardy County, West Virginia. It was built in two sections, the first built in 1792-93 and the extension added about 1833. It is an L-shaped brick building painted white.
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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 74002002. It was listed on October 8, 1974.
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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 Old Hardy County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Old Hardy County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 8, 1974.
What type of historic resource is Old Hardy County Courthouse?
Old Hardy County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Old Hardy County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Old Hardy County Courthouse is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1792.
Can I research the history near Old Hardy County Courthouse?
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