April 4, 2016

Communities Invited to Participate in Statewide National Historic Preservation Act Celebration

BISMARCK – To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act, the State Historical Society of North Dakota is inviting communities statewide to celebrate their local history and cultural resources from June 17 to 19. About 30 organizations have agreed to participate by hosting special programs, presentations, or tours highlighting history in their communities. Information about these public celebrations can be found at history.nd.gov/50thNHPA. This webpage will be updated weekly as new organizations are added.

Groups and organizations interested in participating in this celebration can contact Historic Preservation Planner Lisa Steckler at 701.328.3577. Announcements when organizations join the celebration can also be found on the State Historical Society Facebook page at facebook.com/northdakotahistory.

The National Historic Preservation Act serves to help preserve our country's most meaningful historical and archaeological sites

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CONTACT
Lisa Steckler
701.328.3577

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