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National Register of Historic Places

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation's historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America's historic and archeological resources.

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Celebrate Preservation Month:
Established in 1973 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the event is co-sponsored by local preservation groups, State historical societies, business and civic organizations across the country. During Preservation Month, many events are planned to promote historic places for the purpose of instilling national and community pride, promoting heritage tourism, and showing the social and economic benefits of historic preservation. Read more. . .

 

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Celebrate Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
The National Register of Historic Places recognizes the historical contributions of Asian and Pacific peoples in the United States and its associated territories. From the early 1800s to the 21st century, Asian and Pacific peoples have played a vital role in the development of the United States and made lasting contributions in all elements of American society. Read more. . .

 

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Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month. The National Register of Historic Places is pleased to promote awareness of and appreciation for the historical accomplishments of Jewish Americans. We showcase historic properties listed in the National Register and National Park units commemorating the events and people that help illustrate Jewish Americans' contributions to American history. Read more. . .

 

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Weekly Highlight:
Dr. Lucius Charles Alston House, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Dr. Lucius Charles Alston House is associated with the history of the development of the African American community in Mesa, Arizona and the community’s future after World War I. Read more . . .

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National Register of Historic Places 2012 Webinar Schedule:

The National Register will be presenting webinars on various topics, including GIS, landscapes, context, regulations, and more throughout 2012, check here for registration links.

 

 

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Connect with us on Flickr and Facebook
Flickr: See great photographs from our collection, or browse through thousands of fantastic images of historic places taken by a nation of people who love historic properties. Find out more about Flickr.
Facebook: Like us on Facebook to get automatic updates and find out what's new in history.

 


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National Register 2012 County Challenge (photo challenge on Flickr)
Did you know that almost every county in the United States has at least one place listed in the National Register?




Travel Itineraries
National Preservation Month's theme for 2012 is "Discover America's Hidden Gems." Discover many of these gems by visiting the more than 2500 destinations featured in our travel itinerary series, most of which are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

 

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Teaching with Historic Places Lesson Plans
National Preservation Month's theme for 2012 is "Discover America's Hidden Gems." Teaching with Historic Places is highlighting lesson plans that feature activities through which teachers and students consider the role preservation plays in a community.

 

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National Register of Historic Places:
87,309 total listings
1,616,138 total contributing resources
1215 properties listed in Fiscal Year 2010