National Historic Landmark
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A National Historic Landmark (NHL) is a building, district, site, structure, or object, almost always within the United States, officially recognized for its historical significance. Landmarks are designated by the Secretary of the Interior because they are:
- Sites where events of national historical significance occurred;
- Places where prominent Americans lived or worked;
- Icons of ideals that shaped the nation;
- Outstanding examples of design or construction;
- Places characterizing a way of life; or
- Archeological sites able to yield information.
More than half of the National Historic Landmarks are privately owned. There are currently fewer than 2500 NHLs. The National Historic Landmarks Program relies on suggestions for new designations from the National Park Service, which also assists in maintaining the landmarks. A friends group of owners and managers, the National Historic Landmark Stewards Association, also works to preserve, protect and promote National Historic Landmarks.
If not already listed on the National Register of Historic Places, an NHL is automatically added to the Register upon designation. About three percent of Register listings are NHLs.
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| U.S. National Register of Historic Places - (List of entries) | |
| National Park Service . National Historic Landmark | ||
See also
- List of National Historic Landmarks by state
- National Natural Landmark
- Listed building, a similar designation in the UK
External links
- Official website: [National Historic Landmark Program]
- * [A History of the NHL Program]
References
- 36 CFR Part 65
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