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Historic buildings

Scope note

Use for buildings that are significant in the history of architecture, that incorporate significant architectural features, or that played significant historic roles in local cultural or social development; may or may not be officially designated.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30008063

Narrower Terms used

landmark buildings
historic houses

Equivalent Terms used

historic building

Created

13yrs ago

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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Terminology definition for: historic buildings" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/terminology/term-60711 Accessed: 2024-12-23 04:48:20

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