National Trust for Historic Preservation
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Where History Meets Humanity at Oatlands
$9 Million to Historic Faith Communities
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Plus: $9 Million to Historic Faith Communities Public Participation Opportunity The National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) is scheduled to vote on approval of final site and building plans for the Monumental Arch. Submit written comments by November 4 and then mark your calendar to watch live on November 5. GET THE DETAILS Where History Meets Humanity at Oatlands Descendants of people enslaved at Oatlands, Woodlawn, Belle Grove, and Montpelier—all National Trust Historic Sites—gathered with scholars and community members for "Seeing Our Humanity," an event marking America's 250th anniversary. Through guided walks, libation ceremonies, and song, the day became a reunion grounded in memory, healing, and a fuller telling of American history. LEARN MORE $9 Million Awarded to Preserve 30 Historic Religious Properties The National Fund for Sacred Places, a program of Partners for Sacred Places in collaboration with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, announces its newest grantees. SEE THE LIST 4 Days Left to Have Your Gift Matched Join the National Trust anniversary celebration with a special matching opportunity! Your gift doubles to help protect historic places and shape the future of preservation. Help us reach our $25,000 anniversary goal by October 26! 📷Photo of the Week The Oliver Kelley Farm in Elk River, Minnesota offers a window into 19th-century agricultural life. This summer the National Trust’s HOPE Crew, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the Oliver Kelley Farm hosted more than 75 volunteers at the site for a day of service, preservation, and community engagement as part of the Travelers Across America initiative. Read more » Due November 12 Preserve Route 66 Grant Programs The Preserve Route 66 grant programs provide financial support to preserve and enhance historic places and businesses on or connected to Route 66 for future generations. Grants range from $2,500 up to $10,000. Question of the Month For this month, we’re wondering… What is a preservation success you are thankful for? (Bonus points if it’s from the past year.) Reply to this email, or send us a note at email@savingplaces.org. 👋 That’s a wrap on this week! What are your feelings about our newsletter? Email us at email@savingplaces.org to let us know. Support the National Trust Preservation creates possibilities. Please support the National Trust for Historic Preservation with a donation. GIVE NOW >> © National Trust for Historic Preservation 600 14th Street NW, Suite 610 Washington, DC 20005 202.588.6000 | 800.944.6847 SavingPlaces.org | Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe