Celebrate buildings, homes, and landmarks listed on the National Register of Historic Places with durable bronze or aluminum plaques. Designed for long-term exterior display, these plaques are commonly used at historic properties to mark official recognition and architectural significance.
The most common sizes are 12″ x 8″ and 18″ x 12″. Each plaque is crafted with raised lettering and a textured background, available in either cast bronze or precision-tooled aluminum. These plaques follow the typical formatting guidelines set by the National Register, focusing on property details and recognition year. All plaques include a digital proof, mounting hardware, and optional nationwide installation.
- Material: Cast Bronze
- Finish Options: Brushed Satin
- Mounting: Blind Studs or Screws through face
- Size Range: Custom sizes available, typically 2" to 24" wide
- Thickness / Depth: ¼"
- Raised lettering
- Standard Registry Wording or Create Your Own
- Standard fonts, background colors, and borders available
- Protective clear coat for outdoor durability
- Suitable for Indoor or Outdoor Use
- Add custom raised logos or fonts
- Image and portrait casting available
- Custom Finish Options: Patina, Polished, or Oxidized
- Background color in custom Pantone paint match
- Decorative Rosettes available for Screw Mount
- Mounting hardware included.
- Common mounting options include blind studs, screws through the face (can include decorative rosettes), or stake and post options. The appropriate method depends on plaque size, material, and mounting surface.
- Nationwide installation available — request a quote and provide a photo of your wall or building to receive a custom estimate.
National Register Plaques
Starting at: $597.00
Commemorate historic buildings, homes, or landmarks with bronze or aluminum National Register plaques featuring raised lettering and a textured background.
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Frequently Asked Questions
National Register plaques are made from solid cast bronze or aluminum, offering durability, classic appearance, and long-term outdoor resilience. All plaques are finished with a protective clear coat to resist weathering and allow bronze to develop a beautiful natural patina over time.
Typical sizes include 8" × 12", 10" × 15", 12" × 18", and 18" × 24". We can recommend the best size based on your building’s façade, installation location, and any additional text you may want to include.
Most plaques feature: - The building or site's official name - Date of construction or founding - National Register of Historic Places designation You may also add a brief historical description or custom text to highlight your site's significance if space allows.
Yes. In addition to the official designation text, you can include a short narrative about your building’s history, architecture, or role in the community. We can assist with layout design to fit the text appropriately based on your selected plaque size.
Yes. We offer classic traditional layouts that follow common historic signage styles. Custom layouts are also available if you would like to add logos, emblems, or additional historical text.
Plaques are typically wall-mounted using hidden blind studs or screws with decorative rosettes. Mounting hardware and detailed instructions are included with every order. Professional installation services are available nationwide if needed.
Yes. Cast bronze and aluminum plaques are ideal for long-term outdoor installations. The protective clear coat shields against rain, snow, sun, and temperature changes, while bronze will naturally age and develop a distinguished patina.
Most plaques are completed within 4–5 weeks after final proof approval and deposit. More complex layouts with additional history or graphics may require slightly more time. Rush production may be available for events or unveiling ceremonies.
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