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What We Do

Preserve Rhode Island is the only statewide non-profit working to protect historic places through advocacy, stewardship, and preservation programs. 

From one end of the state to the other, historic buildings and unique places shape the distinct character of the cities and towns of Rhode Island. They connect us to a heritage that has been evolving for almost four centuries.​

Our Programs & Services:

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Community Preservation Response

Free advice for individuals, organizations, and communities with preservation goals by opening the door to preservation solutions and guidance

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Building Stewardship

A service for non-profit property owners in need of on-going assistance with planning and managing maintenance and restoration projects

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Revolving Fund

Designated organizational funds to help repair at-risk historic properties

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Preservation Matching Grants

A partnership with The 1772 Foundation to provide funding for historic preservation projects to non-profit organizations

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Preservation Challenges

We've collected and organized guidance and resources to help identify, prevent and tackle common preservation challenges

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Building Curatorship

A creative way to repair a historic property using a skilled individual(s) who live rent-free in exchange for preservation work

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