About this property
The Wyoming Territorial Prison is a former federal government prison near Laramie, Wyoming. Built in 1872, it is one of the oldest buildings in Wyoming. It operated as a federal penitentiary from 1872 to 1890, and as a state prison from 1890 to 1901.
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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 78002815. It was listed on March 28, 1978.
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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 Wyoming Territorial Penitentiary listed on the National Register?
Wyoming Territorial Penitentiary was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 28, 1978.
What type of historic resource is Wyoming Territorial Penitentiary?
Wyoming Territorial Penitentiary is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Wyoming Territorial Penitentiary?
The period of significance for Wyoming Territorial Penitentiary is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1872.
Can I research the history near Wyoming Territorial Penitentiary?
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