• Revitalization and economic development through preservation opportunities of historic buildings and landscapes, and the retention of community character across the Commonwealth

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• Preservation as a tool for job creation, increased tax revenues, community revitalization and more!

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• Protecting and enhancing important programs that make preservation projects a reality, such as historic tax credit programs, grants and other critical tools and incentives

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• Growing and expanding the preservation community through Preservation Massachusetts educational programming, trainings, resources and direct mentorship

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• Activating existing buildings and places while retaining important connections to the past and creating opportunities for community discussion, growth and sustainability for the future. 

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Preservation is about more than just a building - it is about relationships: making the old new and relevant again; recycling, up-cycling and sustainability; breathing life back into our community centers and neighborhoods, providing services, and activating appreciation and pride in the places we call home.