Garden at Couse-Sharp Historic Site, Taos, New Mexico

photo by: Couse-Sharp Historic Site

Distinctive Destinations

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  • Experience Old Places in New Ways

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National Trust Distinctive Destinations are a group of diverse historic sites across the country that help illustrate the breadth and depth of the American story. From house museums to working farms, these places will add memorable moments to your off-the-beaten-path road trip, create new opportunities for a family vacation, or even become your new favorite gift shop.

Please check directly with each site for up-to-date information on discounts, available activities, ticketing, and guidelines if you are planning a visit.

Please note, we are not accepting new Distinctive Destinations applications at this time. Current participating sites may email updates and questions to distinctivedestinations@savingplaces.org.

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This May, our Preservation Month theme is “People Saving Places” to shine the spotlight on everyone doing the work of saving places—in big ways and small—and inspiring others to do the same!

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