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Travelers Across America–a partnership between Travelers and the National Trust for Historic Preservation–is dedicated to restoring and protecting historic places across the nation that face increasing threats from natural disasters.

Launched in honor of the country’s 250th anniversary, this initiative reflects Travelers’ and the National Trust’s commitment to strengthening community resilience, nationwide.

Through this program, Travelers is awarding $1 million in grants to the National Trust to help restore notable landmarks in four states. Though each site is unique in its geography, history, and culture, they are united by a common thread: their connection to the American story and their growing vulnerability to the impacts of natural disasters.

Each location will host on-site programming and community service events, bringing together Travelers employees, National Trust partners, and community members, to support the restoration and long-term resilience of these landmarks, and the communities surrounding them.

Selected Projects:

Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans

The Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans (PRC) is advancing a resilience initiative to help homeowners safeguard the city’s historic neighborhoods from the impacts of severe weather. With support from the National Trust and Travelers through the Travelers Across America initiative, PRC will channel grant funding through its acclaimed Revival Grants Program to deliver critical repairs—such as fortified roofs, improved drainage, and window restoration—that strengthen homes against hurricanes and flooding. This effort builds on PRC’s decades-long commitment to helping longtime residents remain in their homes while preserving the city’s architectural character and cultural heritage. By combining hands-on repair work with education and community engagement, PRC’s program provides a practical, replicable model for neighborhood-based climate resilience.

The Charles and Ray Eames House Preservation Foundation

The Eames House in Pacific Palisades, California—also known as Case Study House No. 8—was designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1949 and remains one of the most celebrated examples of mid-century modern architecture. With support from the National Trust and Travelers through the Travelers Across America initiative, the Eames Foundation will undertake a landscape-hardening project to strengthen the site’s resilience to wildfires. Developed in alignment with the Getty Conservation Institute’s Eames House Conservation Management Plan, this work will protect the iconic home and studio while advancing public understanding of climate adaptation in historic preservation.

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic Seaport Museum, the nation’s leading maritime museum, is undertaking a major resilience project to protect its 19-acre waterfront campus from the impacts of sea level rise. With support from the National Trust and Travelers through the Travelers Across America initiative, the Museum plans to replace 125 feet of aging fixed-pier docks along its north basin with modern floating docks. This infrastructure upgrade will enhance safety, accessibility, and sustainability—protecting the Museum’s historic vessels, improving visitor experiences, and serving as a model for other cultural heritage sites facing similar climate challenges.

Oliver Kelley Farm

The Oliver Kelley Farm in Elk River, Minnesota—established in 1850 and recognized as a National Historic Landmark—preserves the home of Oliver Hudson Kelley, founder of the National Grange and a pioneer of America’s cooperative farm movement. With support from the National Trust and Travelers through the Travelers Across America initiative, the site will replace a hail-damaged roof with a historically appropriate, weather-resilient design. The project will safeguard this landmark from water and weather damage while advancing climate-resilient preservation. A volunteer event in partnership with the National Trust’s HOPE Crew will further engage community members and Travelers employees in hands-on preservation work next summer.