Historic Preservation

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• The Collections of the CT SHPO Museums

  Learn more about the collections of the CT SHPO Museums

• Historic Cemeteries and Gravestone Protection

  Learn the right procedure for restoring, improving or changing a protected ancient burial ground.

• Olmsted in CT Landscape Documentation Project

  This site explores Frederick Law Olmsted's legacy and its impact on the CT landscape.

• Hurricane Sandy Program

  The SHPO’s Hurricane Sandy program did not just assist property owners with repairs. The SHPO’s team also surveyed thousands of historic properties, developed GIS databases, assisted towns with resiliency planning, nominated properties to the National Registers of Historic Places—and much more!

• Section 106 Review and Compliance

  Get technical guidance for publicly funded projects that can have an impact on historic Connecticut resources.

• Historic Preservation College Internship Program

  Learn how to apply for internships that give students hands-on experience in many facets of historic preservation.

• National Historic Landmarks

  Learn how the National Park Service evaluates a historic site for this special designation.

• National Register of Historic Places

  Learn the eligibility requirements and application procedure to have a historic site listed on the National Register.

• Historic Preservation & Energy Efficiency

• Historic Restoration Fund Grants (HRF)

  Municipalities and 501(c)3 and 501(c)13 nonprofit organizations are eligible for matching, reimbursable grants of up to $200,000 for restoration, rehabilitation, and archeology at sites listed on the State or National Register of Historic Places.

• Order a Plaque

  See how to order a plaque for properties listed on the State or National Registers of Historic Places.

• Connecticut Statewide Historic Preservation Plan Update

  Join us as we develop our next 5-year Statewide Historic Preservation Plan!

• Historical Contexts

  Read or download the SHPO's regional survey contexts.

• Archeological Review

  Get the official guide for an environmental review when proposing to investigate a Connecticut archeological site.

• State Historic Preservation Review Board

  Learn more about the State Historic Preservation Review Board and access meeting agendas and minutes.