Preserve AZ - The Arizona Historic Preservation Conference

We're excited to share with our Northern Arizona stakeholders, residents, businesses, and policymakers the news of a $585,000 National Park Service grant for revitalization work along Route 66. Details here: https://bit.ly/3Wa0K8s

From a conference session on advocacy in May, we got the ball rolling on working to protect our Arizona State Historic Preservation Office - SHPO. Here, Jim McPherson from the Arizona Preservation Foundation and National Trust for Historic Preservation talked with Ted Simons of Arizona PBS to discuss the urgent funding needs of SHPOs across the country, including Arizona. So many others have stepped up to the plate to voice their support. Watch the segment here:

Arizona Horizon | July 2, 2025 | Full episode Today on Arizona Horizon, we explore the end of the Arizona legislative session, potential funding loss for the State Historic Preservation Office and possib...

Yes indeed! Registration is now open for the Preserve AZ Conference, May 14-17, 2025 in DTPHX. Register here for early bird rates: https://buff.ly/S6HH46t

We're excited about the nominations we've already received, but there's still time to nominate more people and projects positively impacting our communities and state. Deadline is March 7! Details here: https://www.azpreservation.org/call-for-awards

Funding for historic preservation is always a topic of interest for PreserveAZ conference attendees. Here's some positive news to talk about at this year's conference, May 14-17 in downtown Phoenix. A session on funding will be scheduled. Stay tune for details.

The Arizona Heritage Alliance Board of Directors are delighted to share two significant updates that demonstrate strong support for the Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund:

Governor Katie Hobbs’ Executive Budget includes a one-time $2.5 million General Fund deposit into the State Parks Heritage Fund for FY26. The budget also outlines additional funding enhancements for the Arizona State Parks and Arizona Game & Fish Department. This marks a crucial step forward in preserving Arizona’s natural and cultural resources. Details are available on page 41 of the budget summary.

HCR2011, introduced by State Representative Stacey Travers (D-Chandler) and Senator T.J. Shope (R-Coolidge), proposes an annual allocation of $10 million from the state lottery fund to the Heritage Fund, contingent on voter approval in 2026. It's our understanding that Senator Shope is preparing a Senate version of HCR2011.

Since the reinstatement of the State Parks Heritage Fund in 2019, $25,782,739 has been allocated to critical projects. Now, with a FY26 appropriation and full funding approved by voters like you in 2026, so much more can be done. These investments, along with earlier projects from 1992 to 2008, have transformed Arizona’s outdoor spaces and cultural heritage, benefiting millions of residents and visitors.

Your Voice Matters: We encourage you to continue advocating for the Heritage Fund and the communities in which you live, work, and play:
• Express support for HCR2011 using the RTS system: https://apps.azleg.gov/Account/SignOn
• Contact your representatives to share why this funding matters.
• Thank leaders like Gov. Hobbs, Rep. Travers, Senator Shope, and their teams for championing this effort.

Together, we can ensure Arizona’s natural, cultural, and historic resources are preserved for generations to come. Watch for future alerts and messages regarding the Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund.

Our Call for Sessions for the 2025 Preserve AZ Conference, May 14-17, 2025 in downtown Phoenix is open until Friday, February. 7, 2025. Our theme: "Preservation, Education, Innovation." Details here: https://buff.ly/3L0v90V

🌟 Exciting Updates for Preserve AZ Conference 2024! 🌟

Mark your calendars for June 25-28, 2024, as Prescott, Arizona, gears up to host an unforgettable event celebrating all things historic preservation! 🏛️ Here's what's new:

🔍 Conference Sessions: Our session list is almost finalized! Stay tuned as we organize them by theme in specific locations and rooms for an optimized learning experience. 📚

🏆 Governor's Heritage Preservation Honor Awards: Nominations are open! Don't miss the chance to recognize outstanding contributions. Deadline: March 8, 2024. 🎖️

🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Tours Galore: Explore Prescott's charm with walking and self-driving tours. Plus, get ready for a downtown pub crawl to experience local flavor! 🍻 And for a refreshing start, join us for morning yoga sessions. 🧘‍♂️

Don't miss out on these fantastic additions to the Preserve AZ Conference! Stay tuned for more updates. See you in Prescott!

Complete details here:

Conference | Preserve AZ 2024 On June 25-27, 2024, the Preserve AZ Conference and Governor's Heritage Preservation Honor Awards will be held in Prescott, Arizona. This page and sections within provide news, information, and links to various aspects of the conference, preconference workshops, and tours.

📢 Exciting News! 🌟 The 2024 Preserve AZ Conference and the Arizona Governor's Heritage Preservation Honor Awards are gearing up for an incredible event in Prescott, Arizona! 🏛️🌵

📅 Mark your calendars for June 25-28, 2024! Here's what you can expect:

🔍 **Conference Highlights:** Two full days jam-packed with sessions tailored for professionals in historic preservation, archaeology, cultural resources management, architecture, and planning. Earn those much-needed continuing education credits while diving deep into the field's latest insights! Open to volunteers, non-profit advocates, state & local board members, and even leaders and staff from Arizona's 22 Native American tribes!

🏛️ **Venue:** The historic Hassayampa Inn will serve as our headquarters for this immersive experience.

🌟 **Key Dates:**
- Pre-conference Workshops: June 25, 2024
- Conference Sessions: June 26-28, 2024
- Governor’s Heritage Preservation Honor Awards Ceremony: June 27, 2024

📣 **Now Open:**
- **Call for Sessions:** Submit your proposals by January 26, 2024. https://forms.gle/8UBFGCTjUjWgo3Tg8
- **Call for Awards:** Download and complete the form by February 23, 2024. https://bit.ly/48kqROd

🔜 Stay tuned for:
- Early, Regular, and Late conference registration rates!
- Hotel registration details!
- Amazing sponsorship opportunities!

Join us for an unforgettable experience celebrating Arizona's heritage and the tireless efforts to preserve it. Let's come together to learn, honor, and inspire! 🌟

Between now and the 2024 Preserve AZ Conference in Prescott, enjoy Arizona history and preservation related books from our favorite booksellers in Tucson (who also displayed their offerings at the 2023 conference): The University of Arizona Press and Barrio Books!

Are you looking for funding for your preservation project, large, small, or in-between? Review and download "Exploring Funding Opportunities for Historic Preservation Projects in Arizona" presented at the 2023 Preserve AZ Conference in Tucson by Mickey Rogers with Arizona State Parks, Jessica LaPota with Arizona State Historic Preservation Office - SHPO, and Jim McPherson with Arizona Heritage Alliance and Arizona Preservation Foundation.

Click here: https://www.azpreservation.org/funding