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Canton Commercial Historic District

Canton, Georgia • Cherokee County

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About This Property

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The Canton Commercial Historic District encompasses the downtown core of Canton, Georgia, a collection of historic buildings reflecting its development as a regional commercial center. These structures, predominantly dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, showcase vernacular and turn-of-the-century architectural styles.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
2
Listed Date
1/12/1984
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Commerce; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1875 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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