We know that Historic Tax Credits are a crucial tool for preserving and rehabilitating historic buildings — which is why it is so important that we have hard numbers that prove just how immense the impact is. The National Park Service’s Annual Report detailing the economic impact of the Federal Historic Tax Credit is an invaluable resource as preservation advocates continue to promote the importance of maintaining and enhancing Historic Tax Credits.
Read MoreAt its 2022 meeting, an independent grant panel selected 22 applicants in 18 counties to receive support totaling $235,920.
Read MoreA public survey, open through July, seeks to understand workforce development challenges, barriers, opportunities, and successes in the Northeast region. The Northeast Regional Initiative for the Preservation Trades is a cooperative project between the Preservation League of New York State, Preservation Trust of Vermont, the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance, and Maine Preservation.
Read MoreThe League is proud to announce the recipients of this year's Zabar Family Scholarship: Emily Conklin (Columbia); Jeffry Iovannone (Cornell); and E.J. Shin (Columbia). Many thanks to Lori Zabar and the Zabar Family for their generous support of the Zabar Family Scholarship program. Lori passed away earlier this year, but her generosity and support of preservation lives on.
Read MoreThank you to everyone who helped make the 2022 Pillar Awards one of our most inspirational yet. On Tuesday night we were joined by over 200 friends, supporters, activists and donors, both in person and virtually, to celebrate our 2022 Pillars of New York, Nancy & Otis Pearsall, A’Lelia Bundles, and Elizabeth & Ethan Finkelstein. The admiration and support was truly palpable.
Read MoreThe Preservation League is pleased to be working with State Senator Timothy Kennedy and Assemblymember Carrie Woerner on legislation to extend the state commercial and homeowner rehabilitation tax credits — and we need your help!
Read MoreThe Preservation League of NYS mourns the loss of Lori Zabar, a dedicated member of our Board of Trustees and a much-loved colleague.
Read MoreThe stories of preservation are big and small. Tiny projects and epic journeys. And always about the people who save the places we love. The 2022 Pillar Awards will highlight the stories of five extraordinary preservationists.
Read MoreDuring this grant cycle, 17 projects representing 14 counties across the state have been selected by an independent panel of preservation professionals. A total of $62,953 was awarded.
Read MoreWith a general contractor selected and funding in hand, the future looks bright for this Finger Lakes landmark.
Read MoreDo you have preservationists, history buffs, and old house enthusiasts on your gift list this year? Consider this a good place to start for New York-centric recommendations!
Read MoreKatie brings decades of experience, a strong connection to New York State communities, and a wealth of knowledge of the various issues impacting the preservation field today.
Read More“For Jim’s many years as a donor and preservationist, and for his legacy gift to the League, we are sincerely grateful. We will miss him as a stalwart advocate for Newburgh and for historic preservation in New York State,” noted League President Jay DiLorenzo.
Read MoreTo celebrate improvements to the state historic tax credit for small projects, the League joined Assemblymembers Carrie Woerner, John McDonald, and Patricia Fahy for a press conference in Troy in May, and with Senator Timothy Kennedy for another in Buffalo in August. Redburn Development Principal Tom Rossi and Troy Mayor Patrick Madden were on hand in Troy and Preservation Buffalo Niagara Executive Director Jessie Fisher and Preservation Studios Principal Mike Puma joined in Buffalo.
Read MoreThis Letter to the Editor was submitted to The Post-Standard and published on Syracuse.com.
Read More“The Preservation League of NYS applauds the NYS Senate and Assembly for the passage of the Historic Barn Rehabilitation Tax Credit bill this session,” said Preservation League President Jay DiLorenzo. “Our Technical Services team fields questions about barn rehabilitation more often than for any other building type. This tax credit provides much-needed resource for owners of historic barns to preserve these important buildings that provide a physical link to our state’s agricultural past. The League thanks Senator Hinchey and Assemblymember Barrett for their leadership on this issue.”
Read MoreThis month marks the 120th anniversary of the Tug Urger's launching. Help us celebrate the Urger by adding your best wishes for her return to the water.
Read MoreR & Company is a cutting-edge Tribeca gallery that represents a distinguished group of 20th and 21st century designers, whose work is among the most innovative and finely crafted of their time. The League's Excelsior Society was proud to host a conversation with gallery Co-Founder Zesty Meyers on Thursday, June 10.
Read MoreAlong with millions of New Yorkers and visitors from all over the world, we are excited to celebrate our historic New York State Canal System opening on May 21, 2021. Like it has throughout its nearly 200-year history, the opening of New York’s canals ushers in a new season of recreational and commercial activities with social and economic benefits that flow far and wide.
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