National Trust Historic Sites
Shadows on the Teche, a National Trust Historic Site
Located on the Bayou Teche, Shadows explores the life and work of sugar plantations in Louisiana. Learn More
President Lincoln's Cottage, a National Trust Historic Site
The newest National Trust Historic Site is Lincoln's Cottage in Washington, DC, where President Lincoln spent a quarter of his presidency. Learn More
Acoma Sky City, a National Trust Historic Site
Acoma Sky City in New Mexico is the oldest inhabited community in the United States. Learn More
The Historic Sites of the National Trust for Historic Preservation make up the shared history of our country. They create connections to our history that help us understand our past, appreciate our triumphs, and learn from our mistakes. National Trust Historic Sites help define and distinguish our communities by building a strong sense of identity. In your travels, be sure to visit a National Trust Historic Site and discover great architecture, magnificent landscapes, and life-changing stories.
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Left Coast Press 30% off Sale
Left Coast Press, one of the leading publishers on cultural resource management, is celebrating its fifth anniversary by holding a book sale. Buy any Left Coast book from their website this week (March 18-March 21) and it will be 30% off the list price. Among the best titles for historic sites are:
Avoiding Archaeological Disasters by [...]
Spotlight on Collections: Monumental Lincoln model
“Spotlight on Collections” is a new, regular series that will shine a light on some of the special, intriguing, unusual, and memorable museum collections held at the National Trust Historic Sites.
This month’s featured object is the plaster working model of the Abraham Lincoln scultpure in the world-famous Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. The model currently [...]
Restoration Field School at Poplar Forest
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest will be holding its intensive two-week Restoration Field School on May 30-June 12, 2010. The program provides an overview of the philosophy, process and techniques for museum-quality architectural restoration and conservation. People from any background and discipline may qualify. The program is limited to 10-12 participants each year. Tuition $350. Application [...]
