Lanius, C. A., House
Also known as: 681
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Why it's listed
Built about 1905 at 1942 North Third Street in Abilene, this 1 1/2-story frame house is a local example of Classical Revival design. It has a modified rectangular plan, a low hipped roof and asbestos siding. The symmetrical south facade features a two-tiered portico with a classically inspired relief between the floors, squat Ionic columns, and an entrance with sidelights and a transom. A central dormer, apparently Palladian in design, is incorporated into the portico and has smaller Ionic columns. A frame carriage house or garage stands to the northeast. The house was the home of a rancher, one of many cattlemen who came to Abilene because of the railroad and built some of the city's largest dwellings to reflect their success. Relatively few Classical Revival houses were built in the city, and this one is regarded as among the best. It remains in good condition, with few alterations to its historic appearance, and is still a single-family residence.
Significance in brief: It is nominated under Criterion C as a good local example of Classical Revival architecture, with classical columns, symmetry and a prominent central dormer. It was the home of a rancher, reflecting the wealth of cattlemen who prospered in Abilene after the railroad arrived. Few Classical Revival houses were built in Abilene, and this is considered one of the best.
Machine-generated summary. This summary was generated by a language model from the official nomination document and has not been reviewed line by line by an editor. It may contain errors. Check the source document before relying on any detail. Source: nomination document (PDF) · National Archives catalog entry. NRHP reference 92000221, listed March 23, 1992. Summary generated October 2026 (model claude-sonnet-5-5, prompt v1.0-2026-10-29, confidence high).
Key facts
| Address | 1942 N. Third St., Abilene |
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| County | Taylor County |
| Listed | March 23, 1992 |
| Reference number | 92000221 |
| Resource type | Building |
| Period of significance | c. 1905 |
| Architect / builder | unknown |
| Architectural style | Classical Revival |
| Criteria |
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| Areas of significance | Architecture |
| Level of significance | Local |
| Status (as stated in the nomination) | Described as in good condition and retaining its integrity; still used as a single dwelling. |
| Acreage | 0.9 |
| Coordinates | 32.45327, -99.74512 (NPS GIS) |
What listing means for this property
National Register listing is honorary for a privately owned home: it does not by itself restrict what an owner may do with their own money, and it does not require public access. Restrictions come from local landmark or historic-district ordinances, which are separate (how they differ).
Owner-occupied houses are not eligible for the 20% federal rehabilitation tax credit, which applies to income-producing buildings, but many states offer credits for homeowners. Listing also opens the door to preservation easements and to buying a plaque. Start with what listing means for homeowners, renovating a listed house and selling one.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change; confirm with your State Historic Preservation Office or a qualified adviser.
Sources and further reading
- National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places database (snapshot May 2026), reference 92000221.
- Nomination form (PDF, National Archives) — catalog entry
- Wikidata Q107320224
- This listing as JSON
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