About this property
The Lander Downtown Historic District comprises the commercial core of Lander, Wyoming. The district includes 16 buildings listed as contributing to the historic district, including a series of commercial buildings, the Noble Hotel, the grand Theatre and the Stockgrower's Bar. The Federal Building is included, and is individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places as well. Most date between 1890 and 1910. Most earlier buildings burned or were torn down and replaced by more permanent masonry structures.
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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 87000700. It was listed on May 4, 1987.
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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 Lander Downtown Historic District listed on the National Register?
Lander Downtown Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 4, 1987.
What type of historic resource is Lander Downtown Historic District?
Lander Downtown Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Lander Downtown Historic District?
The period of significance for Lander Downtown Historic District is recorded as the industrial era.
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