Historic Preservation Tools

Beyond the parks, national preservation partnership programs document historic places, develop standards and guidelines, and provide financial and technical assistance to preserve our shared heritage. Check out the tools below to learn more about the historic preservation process and how you can make a difference.

Washington Monument surrounded by cherry blossoms.
Cultural Resources Programs

Find out more about Cultural Resources Programs.

Mural of Celia Cruz on a brick wall with words saying La-Reina Celia
Historic Preservation

The National Park Service invites you to explore and interact with the programs and resources highlighted in this website.

Latino community post-fieldwork workshop. 7 people in a classroom reading and working on projects.
National Register Database and Research

Use this guide to find historic places in your community — or anywhere else in the country!

Intern presenting the documentation of General Simón Bolívar Memorial to Assistant Secretary
HABS/HAER/HALS

Check out this collection of the Historic Documentation Programs documenting achievements in architecture, engineering, & landscape design.

Last updated: July 6, 2023

Tools

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