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Rockland Historic District

Rockland, Delaware • New Castle County

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About This Property

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The Rockland Historic District in Rockland, Delaware encompasses a significant collection of early industrial buildings and associated housing. It showcases the development of the area as a center for gunpowder manufacturing and related businesses.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
160
Listed Date
2/1/1972
Other Names
Kirk's Ford;Youngstown

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Industry; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1700 Ad - 1899 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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