This is an attempt to protect an African American cemetery and house in Charlottesville, VA threatened by a proposed transportation project. It is an example of a recent National Register determination of eligibility for a site that originally had its integrity challenged. The National Register traditionally recognizes a property’s integrity through seven aspects or qualities: location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association.

Recognizing a property’s integrity is essential to getting it protected.

The document below was shared by Charlene Dwin Vaughn, AICP  Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP):

“The Keeper’s eligibility determination will provide sufficient context for you to understand the issues related to these African American historic properties. You can also visit the ACHP’s website to better understand the requirements of the Section 106 review process outlined in the National Historic Preservation Act, and its applicability to a Federally assisted highway project.”

Sammons/Ferguson Cemetery and Sammons House; Keeper Determination of Eligibility