Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage

The Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage is an official listing of buildings, sites, structures, objects, and districts worthy of preservation. These properties, which may be of national, state, and local significance, are deemed worthy of preservation by the Alabama Historical Commission (AHC). The designation is honorary and carries no restrictions or financial incentives. Unlike the National Register of Historic Places, a federal program administered by the United States Department of the Interior, the Alabama Register (AR) was created by the AHC to provide the public with a quick, easy way to bring recognition to historic properties. Persons interested in historic recognition are encouraged to begin with the Alabama Register program, as it helps AHC staff determine whether or not a property is eligible for the National Register. The Alabama Register includes properties such as cemeteries, churches, moved properties, reconstructed properties, and properties at least 40 years old which may not normally qualify for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.

References

* [http://www.preserveala.org/alabamaregister.aspx Alabama Historical Commission]