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The Internet can be a great resource for those looking for more
information about historic preservation, whether researching their
historic house, seeking assistance with a neighborhood initiative,
or looking to get involved in state or nationwide programs. The
following links represent some of the most established assistance
programs and advocacy groups. Remember that your local historic
commission can be an invaluable resource and a gateway to the rest
of the preservation community. |
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Massachusetts and New England |
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Massachusetts Historical Commission |
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"The continuing presence of historic properties in Massachusetts
immeasurably enhances the quality of our lives; they help to
establish our sense of place and to define the very character of our
communities. To meet the challenge of preserving this important
heritage, the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC) was
established by the legislature in 1963 to identify, evaluate, and
protect important historical and archaeological assets of the
Commonwealth." |
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PreservatiON MASS |
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"Founded in 1985, PreservatiON MASS (formerly known as Historic
Massachusetts, Inc.) is the only statewide non-profit organization
dedicated to preserving the Commonwealth's historic and cultural
heritage. Our strength lies in the working partnerships we've forged
with people throughout Massachusetts' 351 cities and towns. Our
board of directors leadership and professional staff are dedicated
to strengthening these partnerships through our focus on
preservation advocacy and education." |
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Historic New England |
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"Historic New England, presented by the Society for the Preservation
of New England Antiquities, is the oldest, largest, and most
comprehensive regional preservation organization in the country. It
offers a unique opportunity to experience the lives and stories of
New Englanders through their homes and possessions." |
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Massachusetts Historical Society |
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"For more than two centuries the MHS has been collecting and
preserving materials relating to the history of our commonwealth and
our nation. The holdings of the MHS encompass millions of rare and
unique documents and artifacts vital to the study of American
history." |
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National Trust for Historic Preservation - Northeast Regional Office |
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"The Northeast
Office, through its Boston-based preservation staff, its
Philadelphia field office, and its Connecticut, New Hampshire, and
Vermont circuit riders, helps community preservationists save
diverse historic places in the Northeast." |
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Trustees of the Reservations |
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"The Trustees of Reservations preserves, for public use and
enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and
ecological value in Massachusetts." |
