The Statement of Significance

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.

In Episode Six of our series, we explore the formula for creating a narrative statement of significance that will give your property the best chance of being listed on the National Register. This episode answers specific questions like:

• How many criteria for historic significance are there when it comes to National Register evaluation?
• Should my National Register nomination include an explanation of the criteria for listing that my property meets?
• Can my property qualify for more than one criteria?
• What is the purpose and function of the narrative statement of significance in the National Register evaluation process?
• What themes and topics should the statement of significance cover?

We hope you enjoy the show.

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