| National Organizations and Resources The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation advises the President and Congress on national historic preservation matters and provides a forum for influencing Federal policy, programs and activities as they affect historic and archaeological resources in communities and on public lands nationwide. In addition, the Council reviews federally licensed projects that affect properties listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. See Section 106 in the Technical Services and Information Section.
The American Cultural Resource Association promotes the professional, ethical and business practices of the cultural resources industry, including all of its affiliated disciplines, for the benefit of the resources, the public, and the members of the association.
The Association for Preservation Technology is dedicated to advancing the application of technology to the conservation of buildings, districts and artifacts. APT membership provides access to an international network, up-to-date historic preservation technology, technical publications, an annual conference with opportunities for specialized training and education, member discounts, listing in the Directory of Members, and advertising possibilities. Historic American Buildings Survey/Historic American Engineering Record (HABS/HAER) is a federal program that documents historic buildings, and makes the information available through text, measured drawings, photographs. The information is housed, serviced and maintained by the Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division.
Heritage Preservation works to ensure the preservation of America's heritage through programs and publications providing advice on the maintenance and proper care of historic documents, books and archives, works of art, photographs, architecture, monuments, anthropological artifacts, historic objects, family heirlooms, and natural science specimens.
HUD is the primary source for Federal Government reports and information on housing policy and programs, building technology, economic development, urban planning, and other housing-related topics.
Preserve Net is a comprehensive listing of preservation organizations throughout the country, with links to many preservation web sites.
The Society of Architectural Historians encourages scholarly research in the field and promotes the preservation of significant architectural monuments.
The Land Trust Alliance promotes voluntary land conservation and strengthens the land trust movement by providing the leadership, information, skills and resources land trusts need to conserve land for the benefit of communities and natural systems.
The Library of Congress makes its resources available and useful to the Congress and the American people to sustain and preserve a universal collection of knowledge and creativity for future generations.
The National Alliance of Preservation Commissions is a membership organization of landmark, historic district commissions and boards of architectural review, which provides information on design guidelines and preservation ordinances, and educates members through seminars, conferences, and an annual meeting.
The National Archives and Records Administration
The National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers is the professional association of the State government officials who carry out the national historic preservation program as delegates of the Secretary of the Interior pursuant to the National Historic Preservation Act.
The National Conference of State Legislatures Although this site is not current it has useful information from other states.
The National Endowment for the Humanities supports learning in history, literature, philosophy, and other areas of the humanities. It funds research, education, museum exhibitions, documentaries, and preservation.
The Archaeology and Ethnography Program is a part of the National Park Service program, and provides national coordination for the protection, preservation, and interpretation of America's archeological and ethnographic resources inside the National Park system and beyond. Cultural anthropologists, also called ethnographers, provide support for management efforts aimed at preserving both the cultural and natural resources associated with living peoples and their communities within park units. The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training is an interdisciplinary program of the National Park Service to advance the art, craft and science of historic preservation in the fields of archeology, historic architecture, historic landscapes, objects and materials conservation, and interpretation. NCPTT serves public and private practitioners through research, education and information management.
The National Maritime Initiative is the office within the National Park Service that specializes in preserving America's maritime heritage by providing leadership, assistance and expertise in the fields of maritime history, archeology, and preservation. National Maritime Initiative activities focus on survey, evaluation, and preservation of historic maritime resources as well as promotion of maritime history and education.
The National Parks and Conservation Association is America's only private nonprofit citizen organization dedicated to protecting, preserving, and enhancing the U.S. National Park System. NPCA battles damaging projects at individual park areas, fights national policies that may harm all the parks, and works to incorporate safeguards that will protect the future of our national parks.
The National Preservation Institute is a non-profit organization offering specialized information, continuing education, and professional training for the management, development and preservation of historic, cultural and environmental resources.
The National Register of Historic Places is the Nation's official list of cultural resources worthy of preservation. Authorized under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Register is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect our historic and archeological resources. Properties listed on the Register include districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that are significant in American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture. The National Register is administered by the National Park Service.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting America’s irreplaceable historic buildings, neighborhoods and landscapes through education and advocacy. There are six regional offices, 20 historic sites, and thousands of local community groups nationwide.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation Library is located in McKeldin Library, on the campus of the University of Maryland. Access to the collection may be obtained by going to the Maryland Room on the third floor of McKeldin Library. The Maryland room is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The staff is available to assist researchers by telephone during the hours stated above. An appointment with the curator is necessary for those with in-depth research needs. Due to the special nature of the collection, all NTL materials must be used on site.
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Forum Membership in the National Trust’s Forum entitles members to Forum News, a bimonthly newsletter on critical preservation issues and Forum Journal, a quarterly publication on current issues in the preservation movement, and other benefits. Members also have access to Forum Online, a password protected part of the National Trust website, which includes jog openings, news and announcements, and a library of full text articles. Also included are Solutions Database, which profiles community preservation projects, the Resource Directory, which is a comprehensive listing of organizations, addresses and internet links, and the Forum-L Listserve, which allows users to exchange information.
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The Urban Land Institute is an education and research organization that provides leadership in the use of land in order to enhance the total environment.
The Trust for Public Land helps conserve land for recreation and spiritual nourishment and to improve the health and quality of life of American communities. TPL creates urban parks, gardens, greenways, and riverways, builds livable communities by setting aside open space in the path of growth, conserves land for watershed protection, scenic beauty, and close-to-home recreation, and safeguards the character of communities by preserving historic landmarks and landscapes.
The US Census Bureau provides social, demographic and economic information, including population, demographic, and housing information from the 1990 Census, 1998 population estimates, income, economic status, and county business patterns. |
