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Search Tips for Finding Historic Properties

Architecture and History Inventory
Tips on finding records for urban, rural and unusual properties
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How to Get Expert Help and Funding from the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Your nonprofit preservation organization can find funding opportunities and lots of support from the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
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Landscaping Design Guidelines

Chapter 8: Preservation Commission Design Guidelines, Page 4 of 8
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Alternative Preservation Funding Sources

Chapter 6: Preservation Commission Budgets and Finances, Page 3 of 3
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Buy a Historical Image for Commercial or Non-Profit Use

Learn how to purchase digital files and prints and receive permission for commercial and non-profit projects.
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Five Tools to Help You Craft a Convincing Historic Preservation Advocacy Message

Use these five tools to craft a convincing message to advocate for historic preservation in your community.
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The National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)

Chapter 1: History of Historic Preservation, Page 3 of 4
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The Environmental Impact of Preservation

Chapter 3: Community Benefits of Preservation, Page 3 of 4
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How to Write Effective Opinion Pieces about Historic Preservation

Learn strategies for responding to community misunderstandings and “bad press”
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How to Craft Your Historic Preservation Message for Different Audiences

Identify effective ways to craft your historic preservation message for different audiences by anticipating their concerns and objections.
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ADA Compliance Design Guidelines

Chapter 8: Preservation Commission Design Guidelines, Page 8 of 8
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Appropriate New Additions to Your Historic House

Explore guidelines for building an addition to a historic house while preserving its historic character.
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Zoning and Land-Use Regulations

Chapter 8: Preservation Commission Design Guidelines, Page 2 of 8
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How to Choose Effective Speakers to Deliver Your Historic Preservation Advocacy Message

Your advocacy group's message for historic preservation will have more impact if the people who deliver know how to be clear, rational, and appealing.
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How to Make a Case for Historic Preservation After a Disaster

To avoid losing your community's historic resources during a disaster, you must prepare in advance and act quickly as the disaster unfolds.
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New Building Products Design Guidelines

Chapter 8: Preservation Commission Design Guidelines, Page 7 of 8
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About the Genealogy-Family History Book Award

Submission Guidelines
The Wisconsin Historical Society and the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society invite nominations of published genealogies of Wisconsin families.
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How to Use Educational Tours to Build Membership and Raise Funds

Tours offer a great way to increase the visibility of your organization and preservation issues in the area.
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Preservation Design Guidelines Development

Chapter 8: Preservation Commission Design Guidelines, Page 1 of 8

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