Advisory Council on Historic Preservation -- Advises the President and Congress on national historic preservation policy. Site includes information on the National Historic Preservation Program and federal Section 106 process.
Cyburbia -- site for urban planners and others interested in cities and the built environment, contains a selective directory of Internet resources relevant to planning and urbanism
DOCOMOMO US -- dedicated to the study of significant works of Modern Movement architecture, landscape design and urban planning in the U.S.
Historic American Buildings Survey/Historic American Engineering Record -- documents important architectural, engineering and industrial sites throughout the United States and its territories.
Historic Preservation Learning Portal -- quick and easy access to cultural resources information.
League of Historic American Theatres -- dedicated to the restoration and operation of historic theatres in North America.
National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) -- Facilitates local preservation commissions in providing information and education to each other.
National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers -- national nonprofit comprised of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers and associate member tribes to support the preservation, maintenance and revitalization of the culture and tradition of native peoples of the U.S.
National Center for Preservation Technology and Training -- advances the use of technology in the field of historic preservation including archaeology, architecture, landscape architecture and materials conservation. The Center accomplishes its mission through training, education, research, technology transfer and partnerships.
National Main Street Center -- National Main Street Center of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
National Park Service -- For information about grants, Federal tax credits, tools for teaching, tours, laws, regulations and other federal assistance.
National Trust for Historic Preservation -- National non profit historic preservation organization. The Washington Trust is a Statewide Partner of the National Trust.
National Trust for Historic Preservation Library Collection -- national resources for the study of historic preservation.
The National Register of Historic Places is the Nation's official list of cultural resources worthy of preservation. National Register Site Files
Partners for Sacred Places -- national non-sectarian, nonprofit organization devoted to helping congregations and their communities sustain and actively use older and historic sacred places.
Preservation Action -- national lobbying organization for historic preservation.
Preservation Directory -- online resource for historic preservation, building restoration and cultural resource management in the United States & Canada.
Preservation Magazine -- the online magazine of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
PreserveNet -- designed to provide preservationists with a comprehensive database of regularly updated Internet resources and current professional opportunities.
The Recent Past Preservation Network -- promoting preservation education and advocacy to encourage a contextual understanding of our modern built environment.
Society of Architectural Historians -- encourages scholarly research in the field and promotes the preservation of significant architectural monuments that are an integral part of our worldwide historical and cultural heritage.
Society for Commercial Archaeology -- national organization devoted to the buildings, artifacts, structures, signs, and symbols of the 20th-century commercial landscape.
Sears Homes
National Trust
National Register Historic Plaques & Markers
Blue Star Memorial Highway Markers
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Florida Trust for Historic Prreservation
The Division of Historical Resources is within the Department of State, and is the state agency responsible for promoting the historical, archaeological, museum and folk culture resources in Florida . Florida Site Files
St Augustine Historical Society Research Library
State of Florida Memory Project Historical Archives
Florida Scenic/Historic Highways Designation Benefits
Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation in Florida
Florida Heritage Plaque & Marker Application
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Volusia County Heritage Volusia County History web site created by Volusia County Government and the Volusia County Historic Preservation Board.
Museums
Halifax Historical Museum , Halifax Historical Museum Archives
Black Heritage Museum
MOAS
Local Historic Sites
Mary McLeod Bethune Home
The Casements
Howard Thurman House
Ponce Inlet Light House
Daytona Beach CRA Matching Façade Grant Application
Daytona Beach Community Development Rehab Loan Program
Local Community Preservation Projects
Michael Arth & DeLand Historic Garden District
747 Executive Lofts
Historic Property Nomination Process
Daytona Beach Local Designation Nomination Form
State of Florida Nomination Process
National Register Nomination Process , Publication
Local Historic Surveyors/Consultants
Paul Weaver, Historic Property Associates – St. Augustine
Sid Johnston - DeLand
Local Government Preservation Boards
Volusia Historic Preservation Board
Daytona Beach Historic Preservation Board
Local Historical Societies
Southeast Volusia Historical Society/NSB
Port Orange Historical Trust
Ormond Beach Historical Trust
Ponce Inlet Historical Society
Holly Hill Historical Society
Local Archeology Societies
Local Geneology Societies
Local Historic Bed & Breakfast
The Villa
August Seven Inn
Coquina Inn
Live Oaks Inn
River Lily Inn
Night Swan
Long Board Inn
Coquina Wharf
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Certified Local Government Status Benefits
Ms. Elysha Dunagan - Historic Resources Coordinator City of DeLand
120 South Florida Avenue, DeLand, FL 32720
Phone: (386) 740-6957 Fax: (386) 740-6869
Email: dunagane@deland.org Certification Date: May 24, 1995
Mr. Mark Rakowski - Director of Development Services
City of New Smyrna Beach
210 Sams Avenue, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Phone: (386) 424-2132 Fax: (386) 424-2143
Email: mrakowski@cityofnsb.com
Certification Date: August 27, 1986
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| Funding, Financing, and Financial Incentives |
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has special loans available for historic home restoration.
Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives (including the Rehab Tax Credit) & Rehabilitation Tax Credit Guide
Federal, state, & local funding sources: PreserveNet
Federal Transportation Enhancements Program
National Trust for Historic Preservation Funding for nonprofit organizations and federal, state, or local government agencies,
The Florida Division of Historical Resources administers grants programs for resource surveys, preservation planning, heritage education, restoration or rehabilitation of historic structures, history museum exhibits, and archaeological excavations.
FHA 203(k) Home Rehabilitation Mortgage
Place Economics
Economic Benefits of Historic Preservation (Lecture Transcript)
Local & Federal Restoration Tax Incentive Programs for National Register Properties
Insurance
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Florida History & The Arts Magazine
Preservation Magazine
This Old House Magazine
Traditional Building Magazine
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| Restoration Supplies / Materials |
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Florida Victorian Architectural Antiques Salvage - DeLand
Lamp Crafters Lighting & Restoration/Repair – Daytona Beach
Restoration Hardware – Winter Park
This Old House (PBS-TV) Website
Old House Web
Old House Journal
Restoration Directory
Rejuvenation Period Hardware
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