July 28, 2015

National Register Guide, Episode 5: Basics of the Nomination Form

Basics of the Nomination Form

As fantastic as it is, the National Register of Historic Places can get a little confusing—even for a seasoned pro. But fear not, because the National Trust teamed up with Jim Gabbert, a historian with the National Park Service, to create our National Register of Historic Places Guide.

Episode Five dives into the basics of filling out a National Register nomination form, and answers questions like:

  • Do I need to be an expert in history or historic preservation to complete a National Register nomination form?
  • What is the purpose of the National Register nomination form?
  • What information is included on the National Register nomination form?
  • What is the main focus of the National Register nomination form?
  • Is the National Register nomination form just a history of the property?

We hope you enjoy the show.

Special thanks to the President Woodrow Wilson House for filming accommodations.

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David Weible is a former content specialist at the National Trust, previously with Preservation and Outside magazines. His interest in historic preservation is inspired by the ‘20s-era architecture, streetcar neighborhoods, and bars of his hometown of Cleveland.

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