National Historic Preservation Month

To find Out More About Preservation Month check out the National Trust homepage www.nationaltrust.org.

From the National Trust:

“CELEBRATE PRESERVATION! Since the National Trust created Preservation Week in
1971 to spotlight grassroots preservation efforts around the country, it has
grown into an annual month-long celebration observed by small towns and big
cities, with events ranging from tours, reenactments and rallies to black-tie
balls and state and local competitions. This week's theme, Diversity of
Preservation, recognizes the efforts made to ensure that future generations will
have an opportunity to learn from the diverse people and places that have shaped
our country.

“Historic preservation is much more than stone walls and period furniture. The
true meaning of historic preservation is attaining a sense of place; an
understanding of the history, economy, social structure, and culture of the
places that help define where we are today. Some of that insight can come from
visiting the parts of the world that our ancestors - and our neighbors - have
come from. We recently talked to National Trust member Mary Francis Koerner
about her travel experiences with National Trust Tours.

“Click here to read our online discussion with Ms. Koerner


“National Trust Tours Program”