United States (Organizations)

United States Sites:

US ICOMOS US ICOMOS: The U.S. National Committee of the International Council on Monuments and Sites fosters heritage conservation and historic preservation. (United States) http://www.icomos.org/usicomos Friends of Historic Preservation, Iowa City, Iowa Friends of Historic Preservation, Iowa City, Iowa: A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic buildings in Iowa City and Johnson County, Iowa. Directors, projects, events, newsletters. (United States) http://www.ic-fhp.org Recent Past Preservation Network Recent Past Preservation Network: Promotes preservation education and advocacy of recently modern architecture, landscape architecture and urbanism. Includes mailing list, membership news and benefits, how to help, features on endangered sites, and photos. (United States) http://www.recentpast.org/ Houston Mod Houston Mod: A non-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting knowledge, appreciation and preservation of modern architecture and design in Houston and Texas. Mission, events, projects and news. (United States) http://www.houstonmod.org Alameda Architectural Preservation Society Alameda Architectural Preservation Society: Dedicated to preserving the architectural legacy of Alameda, California. Articles, events, officers. (United States) http://www.alameda-preservation.org Colorado Office of Historic Preservation and Archaeology Colorado Office of Historic Preservation and Archaeology: Comprehensive information about the architectural patrimony of the State of Colorado. History, grant, styles, planning information. (United States) http://www.coloradohistory-oahp.org/ The Preservation Education Institute The Preservation Education Institute: Offers workshops in Vermont, US, to lay people and professionals pertaining to historic restoration techniques and technology, as well as modern alternatives. (United States) http://www.historicwindsor.com/ California Missions Studies Association California Missions Studies Association: A nonprofit group devoted to the study and preservation of the 21 missions and related buildings of early California. Mission directory, articles, reviews, glossary, bibliographies, projects, news and events. (United States) http://www.ca-missions.org The Preservation Resource Center The Preservation Resource Center: Founded in 1974, the Preservation Resource Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic architecture and neighborhoods of New Orleans. (United States) http://www.prcno.org/ Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana: Private nonprofit group working to protect and save Indiana's historic places and educate the public about the importance of historic preservation. (United States) http://www.historiclandmarks.org/ National Architectural Trust National Architectural Trust: A tax-exempt historic preservation and education organization dedicated to preserving distinctive properties located in National Register Historic Districts, primarily through the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program. (United States) http://www.natarchtrust.org Florida Trust For Historic Preservation Florida Trust For Historic Preservation: Aims to promote and preserve architectural, historical, and archaeological heritage. Conferences, workshops, publications and tours of preserved historical sites. (United States) http://www.floridatrust.org Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission: Operates the state archives and historic sites and museums throughout Pennsylvania and administers historic preservation programs. (United States) http://www.phmc.state.pa.us/ Historic Savannah Foundation Historic Savannah Foundation: A non-profit organization aiming to preserve the architectural heritage and original plan of this city in Georgia. History, neighborhood guide, events, board of trustees, staff, how to join. (United States) http://www.historicsavannahfoundation.org Friends of Historic Preservation Friends of Historic Preservation: Presents the historic resources and cultural history of Freetown, Massachusetts. (United States) http://www.assonetriver.com/preservation/ Mosaic Templars Building Preservation Society Mosaic Templars Building Preservation Society: Celebrates Black achievement in Arkansas and seeks to preserve African American history, heritage, organizations and enterprises in Little Rock's downtown business district on Ninth Street and Broadway. (United States) http://www.mosaictemplarspreservation.org Cambridge Historical Commission Cambridge Historical Commission: Protects historic buildings in Cambridge, Massachusetts, marks historic sites, advises owners of historic buildings on preservation, researches and publishes on the city's architectural history. (United States) http://www.ci.cambridge.ma.us/~Historic/ Preservation New Jersey Preservation New Jersey: A non-profit organization aiming to protect and promote the state's historic resources, communities and landscapes through education and advocacy. (United States) http://www.wcchc.org/pnj.htm Idaho City Idaho City: Idaho's Historical Preservation Commission presents images and descriptions of buildings on the national historic register in Idaho City, Idaho, and a calendar of events. (United States) http://idahocity.net Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities: SPNEA aims to preserve, interpret and collect buildings, landscapes and objects reflecting New England life from the 17th century to the present. It owns and operates 35 historic properties. (United States) http://www.spnea.org/ Old Island Restoration Foundation Old Island Restoration Foundation: Dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural history of Key West Florida via the Oldest House Museum, Mallory Square Museum, grants and scholarships. Details of museums, programs and renting museum gardens for events. (United States) http://www.oirf.org/ King William Association King William Association: Aims to preserve the architectural and cultural heritage of the oldest historical neighborhood districts of San Antonio, Texas. Mission, history, tour, events. (United States) http://www.kingwilliamassociation.org Cinema Treasures Cinema Treasures: Dedicated to saving classic movie theaters in the US. News, database, photographs, virtual tours and message boards. Also aims, founders, sponsors and volunteer staff of the web-site. (United States) http://cinematreasures.org Friends of Terra Cotta Friends of Terra Cotta: A national, non-profit organization, to promote education and research in the preservation of architectural terra cotta and related ceramic materials. (United States) http://www.preserve.org/fotc The Preservationist of Michigan City, Inc. The Preservationist of Michigan City, Inc.: A not-for-profit organization aiming to educate and encourage the preservation of homes and neighborhoods in Michigan noteworthy for their age or architecture. Events. (United States) http://www.geocities.com/preservationistmc/ Preservation Idaho Preservation Idaho: The official website of the Idaho Historic Preservation Council, a non-profit organization to promote the preservation of Idaho's cultural and historical resources. (United States) http://www.preservationidaho.org Association for Preservation Technologies Washington DC Chapter Association for Preservation Technologies Washington DC Chapter: The local chapter of Association for Preservation Technology International. Newsletter, calendar, contacts. (United States) http://aptdc.org Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation: Dedicated to preserving the state's historic architecture, streetscapes, urban neighborhoods and country landscapes. Photographs and details of endangered historic properties. News, events. (United States) http://www.cttrust.org/ New Jersey Lighthouse Society New Jersey Lighthouse Society: A non-profit, educational corporation dedicated to the history and preservation of lighthouses, particularly in the New Jersey, Delaware Bay and New York Harbor areas. (United States) http://njlhs.burlco.org New Jersey Historic Preservation Office New Jersey Historic Preservation Office: Official website provides information and technical assistance for the identification, protection, and preservation of architectural and archaeological resources. (United States) http://www.state.nj.us/dep/hpo Oracle Historical Society Oracle Historical Society: Dedicated to the restoration and preservation of historic buildings and artifacts that reflect the history of Oracle, Arizona. (United States) http://www.oraclehistoricalsociety.org Memphis Heritage Memphis Heritage: The non-profit historic preservation society for Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee. Concerns, projects and successes, events, old postcards, preservation listings, roundtable forums. (United States) http://www.memphisheritage.org Miami Design Preservation League Miami Design Preservation League: Protects, preserves and promotes the famed Art Deco District in Miami Beach, Florida. Events, architectural tours, Art Deco Museum. (United States) http://www.mdpl.org Historic Preservation Alliance of Wichita and Sedgwick County Historic Preservation Alliance of Wichita and Sedgwick County: This branch of the Kansas Preservation Alliance describes its activities and gives photographs and information about historic landmarks in its area. (United States) http://members.cox.net/wichitahpa/ Partners for Sacred Places Partners for Sacred Places: Non-denominational nonprofit organization focused on caring for and making good use of older and historic religious properties. Includes information on places at risk extensive advice and case histories on maintenance techniques, fundraising, and pres (United States) http://www.sacredplaces.org/ Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association: A nonprofit volunteer organization devoted to preserving the natural and cultural history of the Mojave Desert regions. (United States) http://mdhca.org/ Preservation Easement Trust Preservation Easement Trust: A nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving historic buildings and sites through the acceptance and responsible management of historic preservation conservation easements. (United States) http://www.preservationeasement.org National Society for the Preservation of Covered Bridges National Society for the Preservation of Covered Bridges: This American non-profit society publishes the World Guide to Covered Bridges, a quarterly magazine and a newsletter, excerpts from which are online. (United States) http://www.vermontbridges.com/nspcb1st.htm New York Preservation Archive Project New York Preservation Archive Project: Aims to protect the endangered narratives of historic preservation in New York through public programs, outreach, celebration and the creation of public access to information. (United States) http://www.nypap.org Historic Fredericksburg Foundation Historic Fredericksburg Foundation: Aims to preserve, protect and revitalize the distinctive historic environment of the Fredericksburg area. Aims and activities, events and tours, projects, newsletter and board of directories. (United States) http://hffi.org Louisiana Preservation Alliance Louisiana Preservation Alliance: A non-profit organization committed to educating the public and restoring the historic sites of Louisiana. Mission, events, resources, news, Heritage Education training. (United States) http://www.lapreservationalliance.org/ Loudoun Restoration and Preservation Society Loudoun Restoration and Preservation Society: LRPS devotes itself to preserving the best of the heritage of Loudoun County, Virginia. Annual August Court Days, historic plaques, grants, projects and membership. (United States) http://www.preserveloudoun.org The American Cultural Resources Association The American Cultural Resources Association: A trade association for cultural resources consulting firms, promoting the business of archaeology, history, historic preservation, architectural history. (United States) http://www.acra-crm.org/ Grand Canyon Historical Society Grand Canyon Historical Society: A non-profit corporation for the study and preservation of historical sites, photographs and artifacts of Grand Canyon and surrounding areas; and restoration of sites and buildings at Grand Canyon National Park. (United States) http://www.GrandCanyonHistory.org Paterson Friends of the Great Falls Paterson Friends of the Great Falls: A group protesting against a proposed housing development below an historic industrial site in New Jersey where factories harnessed the power of a huge waterfall. (United States) http://www.patersongreatfalls.com/ Heritage Homes of Petaluma Heritage Homes of Petaluma: Works to preserve the unique architectural heritage of this Californian town with origins in the mid-19th century. Events, tours, news, how to join. (United States) http://www.heritagepetaluma.com/ The Turner Foundation The Turner Foundation: In Springfield, Ohio includes historic preservation among its mandates. (United States) http://www.hmturnerfoundation.org Federal Highway Administration Federal Highway Administration: The FHA has an awards program for preservation projects, particulalry for historic bridges. (United States) http://www.fhwa.dot.gov National Council on Preservation Education National Council on Preservation Education: NCPE is a US non-profit educational corporation to promote historic preservation and architectural conservation education programs and endeavours both in the US and abroad. (United States) http://www.uvm.edu/histpres/ncpe/ Mission Viejo Aurora Heritage Committee Mission Viejo Aurora Heritage Committee: A neighborhood group within Mission Viejo Aurora, Colorado, aiming to preserve the history of the community. History, photographs, request for information. (United States) http://hometown.aol.com/mvheritage/missionviejo/Index.html National Trust for Historic Preservation National Trust for Historic Preservation: Preservation information, features, events and activism for America's historic places. (United States) http://www.nationaltrust.org California Preservation Foundation California Preservation Foundation: Non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of California's historic built environment. Aims, membership, event calendar, publications, case studies. (United States) http://www.californiapreservation.org Merritt Parkway Conservancy Merritt Parkway Conservancy: A program of the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation which aims to revitalize the Merritt Parkway. Mission, Steering Committee, programs, Merritt Parkway history. (United States) http://merrittparkway.org San Antonio Conservation Society San Antonio Conservation Society: Preserving San Antonio heritage for future generations of South Texans. Learn about the society - the goals, the projects, the leaders, and the related sites. (United States) http://www.saconservation.org/ Society for the Preservation of Old Mills Society for the Preservation of Old Mills: A non-profit organization. Aims, board, publications, conference, event calendar, grants for repair and research, regional chapters, links. (United States) http://www.spoom.org/ Historical Resource Foundation Historical Resource Foundation: A not for profit foundation focusing on the recording, locating, and preservation of historic sites. (United States) http://www.historicalresourcefoundation.org Idaho Heritage Trust Idaho Heritage Trust: Funded in 1989 by members of the Idaho Centennial Foundation. Gallery of projects throughout the state. Grant application (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader.) (United States) http://www.idahoheritage.org Ponca City Landmark Conservancy Ponca City Landmark Conservancy: A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic buildings, sites, and structures in Ponca City, Oklahoma. (United States) http://landmarkconservancy.homestead.com/home.html Macon Heritage Foundation Macon Heritage Foundation: Non-profit organization in Macon, Georgia dedicated to preservation of historic buildings and neighborhoods. Events, properties, projects, Young Preservationists section. (United States) http://www.maconheritage.com Preservation Society of Newport County Preservation Society of Newport County: Non-profit organization which saved and opened to the public the summer homes of the 19th-century New York elite. Visitor information, events, news, membership. (United States) http://newportmansions.org/ Victorian Preservation Association of Santa Clara Valley Victorian Preservation Association of Santa Clara Valley: A non-profit organization for those interested in the older buildings of this community. Gallery of the houses of members, membership information, related links. (United States) http://www.vpa.org/ Shenandoah Valley Rural Heritage Foundation Shenandoah Valley Rural Heritage Foundation: The SVRHF is a non-profit organization formed to promote the preservation of historic and culturally significant properties in rural areas of the Shenandoah Valley. (United States) http://www.svrhf.org The Dutch Barn Preservation Society The Dutch Barn Preservation Society: A not-for-profit educational organization for the study and preservation of New World Dutch barns. Prints a newsletter twice a year with the latest findings on Dutch barns. (United States) http://www.schist.org/dbps.htm Building Research Council, School of Architecture, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Building Research Council, School of Architecture, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign: Aims to help improve the quality of the built environment in the United States, particularly housing, through research, education, and publications. Publications catalog. (United States) http://brc.arch.uiuc.edu/ Sherman Preservation League Sherman Preservation League: Aims to educate the community and other interested parties about the historical properties in and around the Sherman, Texas area. (United States) http://www.shermanpreservationleague.com Providence Preservation Society Providence Preservation Society: A non-profit, advocacy organization, offering historic house, garden and walking tours of Providence, Rhode Island, as well as technical advice to owners of historic buildings. (United States) http://pps.highchairdesign.com/ Historic Preservation League of Oregon Historic Preservation League of Oregon: A nonprofit, member-supported organization that promotes the preservation of historic buildings, structures and sites throughout the state. Directors and staff, events, membership, preservation directory. (United States) http://www.hplo.org/ Eureka Heritage Society Eureka Heritage Society: An organization dedicated to the preservation of the over 9000 historic homes in Eureka, California. (United States) http://www.eurekaheritage.org Preservation Burlington Preservation Burlington: An organization that seeks to improve the livability of neighborhoods and to preserve the architectural, historic, aesthetic, and economic vitality of Burlington, Vermont. (United States) http://www.preservationburlington.org Montana Preservation Alliance Montana Preservation Alliance: This non-profit all-volunteer organization works to preserve historic resources and places in Montana. Board, workshops, Montana's most endangered historic places. (United States) http://www.preservemontana.org The Ohio Preservation Alliance The Ohio Preservation Alliance: Ohio's independent voice for preserving the state's historical architecture and sites. (United States) http://www.ohiopreservation.org Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois: Statewide not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to the preservation of Illinois's architectural and historic resources. Membership, events, programs, current issues. (United States) http://www.landmarks.org New York Landmarks Conservancy New York Landmarks Conservancy: An organization which helps owners of older buildings by providing grants, low-interest loans, hands-on consulting services, workshops, and publications. (United States) http://www.nylandmarks.org Dayton Lane Historic Area Inc. Dayton Lane Historic Area Inc.: An association for the preservation of the historic buildings of this area of Hamilton, Ohio. Gallery, membership, activities, events. (United States) http://www.historicdaytonlane.org/ Los Angeles Conservancy Los Angeles Conservancy: Historic preservation organization. Conservation alerts and issues, events, walking tours, volunteer opportunities. (United States) http://www.laconservancy.org