To develop PreserveMaryland II — a five-year guidance document for government agencies, non-profit advocates and others involved in historic preservation, archeology and cultural heritage — the Maryland Historical Trust convened an interdisciplinary advisory committee and conducted open public meetings, focus groups, surveys, and stakeholder interviews. We appreciate all of the generous contributions and feedback from […]
Nominations Accepted for 2019 Maryland Preservation Awards!
The Maryland Historical Trust is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Maryland Preservation Awards! You may complete a nomination here using the 2019 guidelines. Nominations are due November 9, 2018. The Maryland Preservation Awards, presented annually by the Board of Trustees of the Maryland Historical Trust, are the highest level of recognition for historic preservation, […]
$600,000 in Grants for Historic Preservation Projects
Funding Restored by Governor Hogan Allows Two National Historic Landmarks and Five Other Notable Projects to Receive Funding As part of Governor Larry Hogan’s Regional Cabinet Meeting in Cambridge, Special Secretary for Smart Growth Wendi Peters and Maryland Department of Planning (Planning) Secretary Robert McCord today announced seven projects selected to receive Historic Preservation Capital […]
Statewide Preservation Plan Public Meetings
We Want to Hear from You! Statewide Preservation Plan Public Meetings – June 11, 12, 13, 26, 27 and 28th Please join us this week for two public meetings on the statewide preservation plan! June 11 – Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Legacy Center 909 S. Schumaker Drive, Salisbury MD 21804 4:00pm-6:00pm June 12 – […]
May is National Historic Preservation Month
Everyone has places that are important to them. Places they care about. Places that matter. This Place Matters is a national campaign that encourages people to celebrate the places that are meaningful to them and to their communities, and Preservation Month is the perfect time to share it with the world. Since the National Trust […]
195 Acres Permanently Protected in Washington County
Board of Public Works Approves Two Department Items The Board of Public Works unanimously approved two Maryland Department of Natural Resources items today that will permanently protect 195 acres in Washington County through the department’s Rural Legacy and Conservation Reserve Enhancement permanent easement programs. The two easements will complete the protection of the entire Pleasant […]
43rd Maryland Preservation Awards
On February 1, 2018, at the 43rd Maryland Preservation Awards, the Maryland Historical Trust Board of Trustees recognized ten outstanding efforts in historic preservation, including education, restoration and revitalization projects, as well as individual leadership. Visit the Maryland Historical Trust’s website to learn more about the program and view videos about the awards. The following […]
Five Conservation Easements Protect 337 Acres
Maryland Environmental Trust Accept Multiple Land Donations The Maryland Environmental Trust accepted donations of five conservation easements in Baltimore County in December 2017 that permanently protect 337 acres of farm, forest, historic and scenic lands. “We are grateful for the opportunity to work with these forward-thinking landowners and our local community partners to help them […]
2018 Maryland Preservation Awards
Please join us on Thursday, February 1, for the 2018 Maryland Preservation Awards, celebrating ten outstanding people and projects for their extraordinary efforts to preserve and enhance historic places. Presented annually by the Maryland Historical Trust Board of Trustees, the Maryland Preservation Awards are the highest level of recognition for historic preservation, heritage education and […]
Historic Preservation Non-Capital Grants Awarded
For Fiscal Year 2018, the Maryland Historical Trust awarded nine grants totaling $200,000 to nonprofit organizations and local jurisdictions throughout the state. Made available through Maryland General Assembly general funds, these grants support research, survey, planning and educational activities. Grants for the 2018 round included $20,000 to Preservation Maryland for “Documenting Maryland’s Women’s Suffrage History,” […]