Do you own a historic home or commercial property? Does your community have historic, cultural, or architecturally significant sites at risk due to neglect or development? Are you seeking funding for a preservation project or program? Join Preservation Long Island and leading experts from the New York State Historic Preservation Office and the Preservation League of New York State for a free, day-long workshop to introduce you to the many resources available for preserving historic places.
Whether you’re a homeowner, property manager, community advocate, or simply passionate about historic preservation, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical guidance to help safeguard the places that matter most. Learn the essential steps for recognizing and protecting historic properties, including how to obtain State and National Register listings, access residential and commercial tax credits, apply for preservation grants, and pursue local landmark designation. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with experts for tips and tools to navigate the resources available to all Long Islanders; from historic property owners and businesses, to nonprofits and municipalities.
General Admission: Free | General Admission plus Box Lunch*: $12
*Lunch includes a sandwich, chips, and bottled water. Deadline for this ticket is Friday, April 11 at noon.
The Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation provides generous support for the Preservation League’s Technical Assistance and Preserve NY programs, regrants of the New York State Council on the Arts. The Gardiner Foundation's support also enables the League to provide its unique brand of technical expertise and preservation know-how to historic preservation initiatives on Long Island.
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If you are unable to participate in the full day of programming, you may attend individual sessions.
8:30 – 9:00 AM – Registration & Coffee
9:00 – 10:30 AM – Navigating the NY Cultural Resource Information System (CRIS), listing structures on the State and National Register
10:30 – 11:30 AM – Preservation League of NY State: Grants & Services
11:30 – 12:30 PM – Lunch Break
12:30 – 1:30 PM – Residential Tax Credits for Homeowners
1:30 – 2:30 -Commercial Tax Credits
2:30 – 2:45 PM: Break
2:45 – 4:00 PM: Local Landmarking: Process and Contacts