HARTINGTON - History Nebraska has announced that Downtown Hartington has been recognized by the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District.

In the announcement Thursday, A spokesperson with History Nebraska says for over a century, downtown Hartington has been the commercial and entertainment hub of Cedar County and has contributed to state history because its buildings have retained their original look, feel, and integrity.

This designation opens up the possibility for the revitalization of the area including being eligible federal and state historic tax credits.

Property owners and developers can apply for up to three different tax credits to help finance rehabilitation projects.