Saving Places

In the tiny Catskills hamlet of Pine Hill, locals are rallying to save a once-grand hotel from ruin—and in the process, reimagine their community’s future. Meet the Wellington Hotel: ow.ly/vGjs50WufFC

Each summer 100 million people visit National Parks and this summer is shaping up to one of the most complicated in Park Service history. Here are five ways that you can help ensure that the National Parks continue to flourish for generations to come: ow.ly/RWOO50WiGGe

“It’s meaningful to reach younger audiences & try to engage the next generation of history enthusiasts & preservationists.” An new resource helps students learn about core elements of Historic #Route66 throgh the experiences of women on the Mother Road. ow.ly/8jt050SXP63

When Stanford professor Russ Poldrack & his wife, designer Jennifer Ott, sought to relocate, they discovered a housing program that could bring them directly onto Stanford property while still allowing them to live in a classic MCM Eichler house. ow.ly/gf6j50WqyEw

This July, as we consider our 249th birthday, here are 13 stories highlighting how our shared American history builds connection, embraces moments of conversation, and above all, creates community: ow.ly/lTt350WjPiY

Wallpaper is en vogue in a major way with semi-permanent options making them more affordable and accessible (especially for renters!) than ever. Learn about the historic wallpaper at #TrustSites & discover modern dupes that you can use in your home! ow.ly/26ou50SNuuo

Travel to Great Barrington, MA where Renaissance man James Weldon Johnson's writing cabin is being restored and transformed into a space of inspiration for an Artist in Residency program through the James Weldon Johnson Foundation. #TellTheFullStory ow.ly/SMja50UZleK

Renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright lived in Madison, WI in his adolescence & in nearby Spring Green during the height of his fame. Today, you can find his low-slung Prairie-style houses & grand public buildings scattered throughout the city. ow.ly/EbST50MjvOR

We're proud to announce that we have received $70,000 from the @SavingPlaces African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund to plan for LLH's financial sustainability! Click the link below to learn more. #TellTheFullStory #SavingPlaces #LewisLatimerHouse savingplaces.org/stories/action…

Working with an advocacy coalition can significantly enhance your impact. Renee Kuhlman, senior director of outreach & support at @savingplaces, shares insights about the key benefits of building coalitions & things to consider before you join forces: ow.ly/freV50Wujc5

Those living in historic houses often say they see themselves as more than residents or owners. Rather, they are stewards of unique dwellings. In these stories, explore their homes and see how they are shepherding these historic places to fresh futures: ow.ly/kS3b50QnAr8

Announcing the 2025 Top 25 @HistoricHotels Most Historic Bars List! This collection of 25 bucket list lounges & pubs located in historic hotels across the US highlights how history can be experienced through expertly crafted drinks. ow.ly/tErA50WuaoX

For 25-year old YouTube content creator Dylan Huynh of Hyper Studios, what started as a road trip focused on discovering the restaurants that fuel travelers along Route 66 turned into an understanding that the iconic roadway is in need of support. ow.ly/hh2t50Wu9K6

At Christie's, the oldest continually operating restaurant in Houston, Texas, there's one iconic dish on the menu that has been a best seller for over a century. Can you guess the dish?? ow.ly/acFb50WtCH3

Five buildings across the U.S. designed by Black architects just received Getty funding. In partnership with @savingplaces, Conserving Black Modernism is a grant program designed to preserve historic modern architecture by Black architects and designers. gty.art/40Z0b3W

With 300+ active members, Historic Hotels of America offers travelers a diverse collection of destinations. Explore 9 historic hotels that provide unforgettable walking options for ample time outdoors with history infused into each step: ow.ly/uwWv50Wgm9c

Register today for #PastForward25 in Milwaukee, Sept 16-18. Bringing together thousands of professionals/volunteers passionate about #SavingPlaces to network, learn, and be inspired. Learn more at: ow.ly/MKq750WjVjM

This summer, explore a list of 24 place-based, history-connected books from a range of genres. This will be your summer go-to for reads that transport you to distinct destinations and other worlds completely: ow.ly/i72Y50W8oR4

Introducing the 2025 recipients of the National Grant Program, a signature initiative of @savingplaces’s African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund. 🎁: $3M in grants 🗺️: 24 sites across America Meet the grantees: ow.ly/r4fk50WsBZk

With a lens on the response to an EF3 tornado that leveled many buildings in The Ville neighborhood of St. Louis, Michael R. Allen illuminates the complexities of disaster response in historic areas & what it might mean if federal disaster support ends. ow.ly/FGKH50WeIm8