Preliminary feedback collected through the NH Division of Historical Resources' online questionnaire for the five-year statewide preservation plan update indicates that NH's rural landscapes are considered among the state's most threatened resources. However, some don't see the connection between landscapes and historic preservation. During this focus group style discussion, we'll explore this disparity, the relevance of rural landscapes and the challenges that encompass their conservation. What other resources are threatened and what efforts and incentives might be needed to help their protection?
The N.H. Division of Historical Resources is asking the public for its input for the state’s 2021-2025 statewide historic preservation plan, through a brief online survey and a virtual focus group hosted by the N.H. Preservation Alliance.
Facilitated by the NHDHR and driven by information provided by the public, each five-year statewide preservation plan creates a vision for the immediate future of historic preservation in New Hampshire.
By asking the public (and YOU) for insights, the plan’s development gives the NHDHR the opportunity to gather a wide range of perspectives about New Hampshire’s preservation successes, challenges and opportunities.
When complete, the preservation plan will include assessment of current preservation programs, issues, challenges and opportunities; evaluate accomplishments outlined in the previous five-year plan; provide a state-wide vision for historic preservation-related activities and outline ways to successfully implement ideas described in the plan itself, at both state and local levels.
Email jg@nhpreservation.org with “September 24" in the subject line.
Can’t make this session? The Preservation Alliance and NHDHR are also holding a similar session on October 29 at 5 p.m.
First-come, first-served. Participants will be sent sign-in information for Zoom video or phone access, and will be asked to consent to be recorded. The Preservation Alliance plans to post the sessions afterwards for members and friends.
Information will also be gathered via a short questionnaire that is available on the NHDHR’s website, nh.gov/nhdhr. The survey is anonymous and takes about 10 minutes to complete.