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Downtown Cumberland Historic District

Cumberland, Maryland • Allegany County

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About This Property

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The Downtown Cumberland Historic District encompasses the heart of the city, showcasing a rich tapestry of late 19th and early 20th-century commercial and industrial architecture. Its well-preserved buildings reflect the prosperity and development of Cumberland as a vital hub.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
21
Listed Date
8/4/1983
Other Names
Cumberland;123732141;123732142;123732140;Ph0684783

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Commerce; Transportation; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1949 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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Location

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