Celebrating 75 years of the Power of Place
On October 26, 1949, Congress chartered the National Trust for Historic Preservation, initiating what has become a 75-year journey of protecting America’s historic places. As we commemorate this milestone, we invite you to join us in celebrating the power of places and their profound impact on our lives.
Throughout the year, we’ll be highlighting the stories, achievements, and people that continue to shape the preservation movement, offering a glimpse into the past while exploring innovative new directions for the future. Together, let’s celebrate the places that unite us and ensure they continue to inspire for generations to come.
On this special occasion, we will honor extraordinary champions for their invaluable contributions to the field of preservation and longstanding support of vibrant communities. The 75th Anniversary Gala represents an important opportunity for us to reflect on 75 years of preserving the power of place and to recognize those leaders, partners, and supporters who have contributed to that history, while exploring how we can build on its impact to best serve the public—now and into the future.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is thrilled to honor Peter L. and Isabel Malkin for their lifelong commitment to preserving some of the most iconic structures and landscapes in the United States; VERANDA for their commitment to sharing the important stories of preservation; African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund for its visionary and transformational investments to revitalize local economies and enrich the lives of all Americans by connecting us to our shared histories.
In honor of the National Trust’s 75th anniversary, the Preservation magazine team combed through the organization’s archives and other sources for images of its historic sites. Check out some of our favorite finds.
photo by: Filoli
Garden House of Filoli a National Trust Historic Site in Woodside, California.
We're celebrating 75 years of demonstrating how saving meaningful places can improve lives, motivate future generations, and strengthen communities. We hope we can count on you to build the future with us! Together we can create a better tomorrow.
Join us in commemorating the 75th anniversary of the National Trust by telling us about a place that is important to you. Throughout the coming year, we'll be sharing your favorite places in the spirit of celebration.
“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
