Celebrating 75 Years
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October 26, 1949
Seventy-five years ago, Congress chartered the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
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What is a place that is important to you?
Throughout the coming year, we'll be sharing your favorite places in the spirit of celebration.
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Celebrate with Us!
Together, let’s celebrate the places that unite us and ensure they continue to inspire for generations to come.
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Explore & Act
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National Trust Historic Sites & Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios 16 One-of-a-Kind Gifts to Impress
Explore our curated gift guide selected from shops at National Trust Historic Sites and Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios to discover the perfect presents that not only spark joy but also support saving our country’s history.
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Lives Rooted in Places
What is a place that is important to you?
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Building Stronger Communities
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Saving America’s Historic Sites
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Telling the Full American Story
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Investing in Preservation’s Future
Connect with the History Around You
Discover places that matter.
“The purposes of the National Trust shall be to receive donations of sites, buildings, and objects significant in American history and culture, to preserve and administer them for public benefit.”
— Congressional Charter of the National Trust for Historic Preservation