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National Historic Landmarks Program
This section will provide a general overview of the NHL Program and the information you will need to begin the process.
Page 1: Workshop 1 Overview
Page 2: What is a National Historic Landmark?
Page 3: What is the relationship of NHLs to the National Park Service?
Page 4: What is the purpose of NHL designation?
Page 5: What's the difference between National Historic Landmarks and properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places?
Page 6: Who owns NHLs?
Page 7: How does a property become a National Historic Landmark?
Page 8: How long does it take for a property to become an NHL?
Page 9: Why does it take so long?
Page 10: Who prepares the National Historic Landmark nomination?
Page 11: Where do I begin?
Page 12: Are there other programs I should consider if I don't think my property is eligible for NHL designation?
Page 13: Checklist
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