Historic Sites Stories
Historic places create connections to our heritage that help us understand our past, appreciate our triumphs, and learn from our mistakes. To ensure that their stories remain a part of our lives today, the National Trust for Historic Preservation protects and promotes historic places, including a diverse collection of 27 sites open to the public. In these stories, we highlight the stories, projects, and innovations happening at our sites, and invite you to experience these dynamic spots up close.
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Preservation Magazine President's Note: Uncovering Forgotten History -
African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund Regarding Paul R. Williams: An Interview with Janna Ireland -
Where Women Made History Suffrage Outside: President Woodrow Wilson House Marks the 19th Amendment at 100 -
Saving America's Historic Sites From Beauty to Craftivism: The Woodlawn Mansion Needlework Show -
Saving America's Historic Sites Two Modern Masterpieces: Farnsworth House and The Glass House, Side by Side -
Preservation Magazine The Front Doors of James Madison's Montpelier Show Their True Colors -
Preservation Magazine A San Francisco Victorian House Provides a Portal to the Past -
Preservation Magazine A Closer Look at an Intriguing Sculpture by Margaret French Cresson -
African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund The August Wilson House: An Emblem of Creative Excellence in Pittsburgh’s Hill District
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National Trust Historic Sites are open! We encourage you to check directly with each site for up-to-date information on available activities, ticketing, and guidelines if you are planning a visit.
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