National Register of Historic Places

Lukens Historic District

Lukens Historic District is a historic place in Coatsville, Chester County, Pennsylvania, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on April 19, 1994, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 94001186.

Coatsville, Chester County, PennsylvaniaListed April 19, 1994NRIS #94001186★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Lukens Historic District?

The Lukens Historic District encompasses four properties in Coatesville, Pennsylvania associated with the 19th and early 20th-century history of the Lukens Steel Company and the family of Rebecca Lukens (1794–1854). Lukens was the first woman to head a major industrial firm in the United States, and played a leading role in the development of the American steel industry. The district was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1994.

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Listing details

Name
Lukens Historic District
City
Coatsville
County
Chester County
Listed on the National Register
April 19, 1994
NRIS reference number
94001186
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
39.98093, -75.82223
When was Lukens Historic District listed on the National Register?

Lukens Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 19, 1994.

Where is Lukens Historic District located?

Lukens Historic District is located in Coatsville, Chester County, Pennsylvania at approximately 39.98093, -75.82223. See the map above.

Is Lukens Historic District a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Lukens Historic District is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.