Preservation Organizations::
Greater Portland Landmarks
165 State St., Portland, ME 04101; (207)774-5561; www.portlandlandmarks.org
Greater Portland Landmarks' mission is to enrich the quality of life in Portland
and surrounding communities by promoting the appreciation, preservation and
appropriate use of historic structures and landscapes. Their public, on-site
library offers a wealth of resources about Greater Portland historic communities,
as well as many general preservation resources.
Maine Historic Preservation Commission
55 Capital St., Augusta, ME 04333; (207)287-2132; www.state.me.us/mhpc
The Maine Historic Preservation Commission is a state agency, and is responsible
for the identification, evaluation, and protection of Maine's significant
cultural resources as directed by the National Historic Preservation Act of
1966. The Commission oversees the statewide survey program, nominates properties
to the National Register of Historic Places, reviews development activities
for their effect on cultural resources, co-ordinates rehabilitation projects
under the Preservation Tax Incentives Program, assists local governments in
survey work and the design of preservation guidelines, and is involved in
a variety of public education activities. Their on-site library offers much
information on general preservation topics and Maine historic history.
Maine Preservation
500 Congress St., Portland, ME 04104-1198; (207)775-3652; www.mainepreservation.com
Maine Preservation is a statewide, private, nonprofit organization dedicated
to preserving and protecting the irreplaceable architectural heritage, historic
sites and communities of Maine. Your one-stop webshop for all the answers
on historic preservation! This site is your doorway to over 100 links to funding
sources, preservation organizations, technical assistance, professionals,
legislation and upcoming preservation-related events in Maine.
Maine Historical Society
485 Congress St., Portland, ME 04101; (207)879-0427
National Parks Service Preservation Assistance Division
Washington, DC 20402; www.ncptt.nps.gov
The NCPTT is an interdisciplinary effort by the National Park Service to enhance
the art, craft and science of preservation and conservation. Producer of Preservation
Briefs.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
1785 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20036; (202)588-6219 www.nationaltrust.org
The National Trust for Historic Preservation provides leadership, education
and advocacy to save America's diverse historic places and revitalize our
communities.
Historic New England (formerly Socieity for the Preservation of New England
Antiquities; S.P.N.E.A.)
141 Cambridge St., Boston, MA 02114; (617) 227-3956; www.historicnewengland.org
Founded in 1910 to protect New England's cultural and architectural heritage,
SPNEA is an internationally known museum and national leader in preservation,
research, and innovative programming. SPNEA is headquartered in Boston, with
museums located throughout Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire
and Rhode Island.
Always check your local historical society and regional preservation organizations for information and assistance.Find many in your state by visiting: www.preservationdirectory.com
Each state has a State Preservation Office who can also be of great service
and support to homeowners and organizations. Find yours at:
www.preservationdirectory.com/shpo.html