NRHP: Nebraska State Historical Society Building

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Nebraska State Historical Society Building

Nebraska State Historical Society Building

NRHP Reference #: 03000797

NRHP Listing Date: 20030821

Location

1500 R Street, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska

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Summary

Constructed in 1953, the Nebraska State Historical Society Building is located in Lincoln. The building is significant for its contribution to the social and cultural history of Nebraska through the acquisition, conservation, and interpretation of Nebraska's cultural heritage; and through the administration of public policy related to these activities. The building is also significant as a good example of the Modern Movement style of architecture.

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About the National Register of Historic Places

The National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) is the country’s official list of historically significant properties. To be eligible for the NRHP a property must generally retain their historic appearance, be at least 50 years old, and have the potential to be documented as historically or architecturally significant at either the local, state, or national level. The National Register of Historic Places is a National Park Service program administered by the Nebraska State Historical Society for the state of Nebraska. Visit the Nebraska State Historical Society's website to learn more about the program.