National Register of Historic Places listings in northern Puerto Rico facts for kids
This article explores some amazing historic places found along the northern coast and plains of Puerto Rico. These special spots are part of the National Register of Historic Places, which is a list of important buildings, sites, and objects in the United States that are worth saving.
The names of these places are listed as they appear on the official National Register. Sometimes, the Spanish letters like "á" or "ñ" might not be shown exactly as they are in Spanish.
Contents
- Historic Places in Arecibo
- Historic Places in Barceloneta
- Historic Places in Bayamón
- Historic Places in Camuy
- Historic Places in Cataño
- Historic Places in Dorado
- Historic Places in Florida
- Historic Places in Guaynabo
- Historic Places in Hatillo
- Historic Places in Isabela
- Historic Places in Manatí
- Historic Places in Quebradillas
- Historic Places in San Sebastián
- Historic Places in Toa Alta
- Historic Places in Toa Baja
- Historic Places in Vega Alta
- Historic Places in Vega Baja
Historic Places in Arecibo
Arecibo is a city with many historic buildings. Here are some of them:
Old Buildings in Arecibo
- Calle Gonzalo Marín No. 61: This historic house was added to the list in 1986.
- Casa Alcaldía de Arecibo: This is Arecibo's city hall, built in a style called Classical Revival. It was listed in 1986.
- Casa de la Diosa Mita: This house, listed in 1988, is a great example of Beaux-Arts architecture, a fancy style popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
- Casa Córdova: Another historic house on Gonzalo Marín Street, added in 1986.
- Casa Ulanga: This building has a very interesting past! Since it was built, it has been used as a bank, a store, Arecibo's city hall, a hospital, a jail, a court, and now a Cultural Center. It was listed in 1982.
- Corregimiento Plaza Theater: This theater, listed in 1986, is a significant cultural spot in Arecibo.
- Edificio Oliver: This building, listed in 1986, is another important part of Arecibo's historic downtown.
- Gonzalo Marín 101: This building on Gonzalo Marín Street was added to the list in 1986.
- Palacio del Marqués de las Claras: This historic palace, listed in 1988, is located on Gonzalo Marín Street.
- Paseo Víctor Rojas: This historic walkway, listed in 1986, is a public space where people can relax and enjoy the city.
Bridges and Lighthouses
- Cambalache Bridge: This bridge, built in 1995, crosses the Río Grande de Arecibo.
- Faro de Arecibo: This lighthouse was built in 1898. Lighthouses are important because they help guide ships safely to shore. It was listed in 1977.
The Arecibo Observatory
- National Astronomy and Ionosphere Center: Also known as the Arecibo Observatory, this was a huge and famous radio telescope! It was used to study space and the Earth's atmosphere. It was listed in 2008. Sadly, the main telescope collapsed in 2020, but the site remains historically important.
Historic Places in Barceloneta
Barceloneta has one notable historic school:
- Rafael Balseiro Maceira School: This school, listed in 2012, is an example of the early 20th-century school buildings in Puerto Rico.
Historic Places in Bayamón
Bayamón is home to several important historic sites:
Important Houses and Buildings
- Casa Dr. Agustín Stahl Stamm: This house, built in the 1840s, was the home and lab of Agustín Stahl, a famous scientist. He studied animals, plants, medicine, and history, and worked to improve public health in Puerto Rico. It was listed in 2011.
- Casa Natal Dr. José Celso Barbosa: This house, built in 1850, is important because it was the birthplace of José Celso Barbosa, a key figure in Puerto Rican history. It was listed in 1984.
- Farmacia Serra: This historic pharmacy building was listed in 1989.
Churches and Cemeteries
- Church Santa Cruz of Bayamón: This church was built way back in 1772 and is a significant religious landmark. It was listed in 1984.
- Puerto Rico National Cemetery: This is a very special place because it's the only U.S. national cemetery located outside of the mainland United States. It was established in 1948 and listed in 1983.
Historic Bridges
- Marqués de la Serna Bridge: This bridge, listed in 1995, is an example of an old rolled iron segmented arch bridge.
- Plata Bridge: This bridge, listed in 1995, is made up of two Parker truss spans, which is a specific way bridges are built to be strong.
Historic Places in Camuy
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Camuy also has its share of historic sites:
- Antiguo Casino Camuyano: This building, listed in 1984, was once a social club or casino in Camuy.
- Ernesto Memorial Chapel: This chapel, listed in 2010, is a unique and historic religious building.
- Hacienda La Sabana: This historic estate, listed in 1985, gives us a look into the past of Puerto Rico's agricultural history.
Historic Places in Cataño
Cataño is known for one very famous historic site:
- Bacardí Distillery: This is a large and historic rum distillery. It was listed in 2010 and is a significant industrial site.
- Sanctuary of Blessed Martín de Porres: This religious building was added to the list in 2017.
Historic Places in Dorado
Dorado has a mix of historic buildings and even a shipwreck!
Buildings in Dorado
- Casa del Rey: This house, built in 1823, was listed in 1989.
- Hacienda de Carlos Vassallo: This historic estate was listed in 1989.
- Jacinto Lopez Martinez Grammar School: This school, built in 1923, was designed in the Mission/Spanish Revival style. It was listed in 1988.
- Residencia Don Andrés Hernández: This house, built in 1880, was listed in 1989.
- Residencia Doña Antonia Ramírez: This building, built in 1921, is an example of Italianate architecture and was designed by Camilo Munoz. It was listed in 1988.
A Historic Shipwreck
- SS Antonio López Shipwreck Site and Remains: This is the site of a sunken steel steamship. It's a U.S. National Historic Landmark, which means it's considered one of the most important historic places in the entire country! It was listed in 1994.
Historic Places in Florida
Florida has one historic site listed:
- De Luxe Florida: This site was added to the National Register in 2012.
Historic Places in Guaynabo
Guaynabo holds a very important place in Puerto Rico's history:
- Caparra Archaeological Site: This is the site of the very first Spanish settlement in Puerto Rico, founded in 1508! It's a U.S. National Historic Landmark and was listed in 1984. It's like stepping back in time to the very beginning of European presence on the island.
- Iglesia Parroquial de San Pedro Martir de Guaynabo: This church, located in the town plaza, was listed in 1976.
- Oficina de Telégrafo y Teléfono: This old telegraph and telephone office building was listed in 2012.
Historic Places in Hatillo
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Hatillo has one historic church:
- Church Nuestra Señora del Carmen of Hatillo: This church was listed in 1984.
Historic Places in Isabela
Isabela has a historic hermitage:
- Hermitage of San Antonio de Padua de la Tuna: This hermitage, a small chapel or church, was listed in 1983.
Historic Places in Manatí
Manatí has several interesting historic sites:
Buildings and Estates
- Brunet–Calaf Residence: This historic house was listed in 1988.
- La Colectiva Tabacalera: This industrial building, built in 1880, is in the Neoclassic style. It was listed in 1988.
- Hacienda Azucarera la Esperanza: This historic sugar plantation was listed in 1976. It's a great example of Puerto Rico's sugar cane history.
- Plaza del Mercado de Manatí: This market plaza, built in 1925, shows off Art Deco and Mission/Spanish Revival styles. It was designed by Rafael Carmoega and listed in 1988.
Churches
- Church Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria y San Matías of Manatí: This church, located in the town plaza, was listed in 1984.
Historic Places in Quebradillas
Quebradillas has a historic bridge and a theater:
- Puente Blanco: This bridge, also known as the "White Bridge," was built in 1922 and crosses the Quebrada Mala Canyon. It was listed in 1984.
- Teatro Liberty: This theater building, built in 1921, was designed by Arcilio Rosa. It was listed in 1989.
Historic Places in San Sebastián
San Sebastián has a historic church:
- Church San Sebastián Mártir of San Sebastián: This church, located in the town plaza, was listed in 1984.
Historic Places in Toa Alta
Toa Alta has one very old church:
- Church Nuestra Señora de la Concepción y San Fernando of Toa Alta: This church dates all the way back to 1752! It was listed in 1984.
Historic Places in Toa Baja
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Toa Baja has several historic sites, including a national historic site:
- Ermita Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria del Plantaje: This hermitage was listed in 2015.
- Iglesia Parroquial de San Pedro Apostol de Toa Baja: This church was listed in 1975.
- San Juan National Historic Site: This very important site, listed in 1966, dates back to 1525! It includes historic forts and defenses that protected San Juan. A part of it is located on Isla de Cabras in Toa Baja.
- Santa Elena Hacienda: This historic estate was listed in 1992.
Historic Places in Vega Alta
Vega Alta has a historic church:
- Church Inmaculada Conception of Vega Alta: This church, dating from 1831, was listed in 1984.
Historic Places in Vega Baja
Vega Baja has several historic places:
- Casa Alonso: This historic house was listed in 1996.
- Church Santa María del Rosario of Vega Baja: This church, built in 1860, was listed in 1984.
- Panteón Otero-Martínez: This is a historic mausoleum (a building that holds tombs) in the old Vega Baja Cemetery. It was listed in 1984.
- Paso del Indio Site: This is an important archeological site that helps us learn about the ancient history of the island. It was listed in 2007.
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