Rhode Island Preservation Watch

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. ~ Margaret Mead

  

The Rhode Island Preservation Watch is an on-going listing of:

Historic structures and unique places at risk
Opportunities to fund or advocate
Policy issues that impact preservation

where citizen action can make a difference to preserve Rhode Island.

Rhode Island has a rich and diverse heritage of historic buildings and neighborhoods, archaeological sites, communities and traditions, open space, landscapes, fields, forests and farmland. The distinctive character and unique sense of place that comprise each of our cities and towns is founded on this heritage. Action is needed today to preserve Rhode Island for future generations.

To encourage citizen action, PRI has developed The Rhode Island Preservation Watch. This new program spotlights the public policies, funding needs, preservation initiatives and public support that make a difference in protecting this state's historic structures and unique places.

View the 2009 RI Preservation Watch list!   

You can also view the Spring 2009 brochure (PDF)!
If you would like to print the brochure please use the print version (PDF).

What you can do to protect Rhode Island's heritage:

  • Put the spotlight on an endangered place or preservation issue by completing a submission form below.
  • Take action: write letters, attend meetings, speak out for sensible public policy, and give generously!
  • Join Preserve Rhode Island and become a Partner in Preservation today! 

Do you have an historic or unique place at risk in your community? Review the Criteria and Guidelines and the Submission Forms to consider if listing on the RI Preservation Watch will help preserve your community's historic and unique places.

Criteria and Guidelines     Property Submission     Preservation Issue Submission


The RI Preservation Watch works in conjunction with Preserve Rhode Island's new Preservation Field Services program. This program is a partnership between Preserve Rhode Island and the National Trust for Historic Preservation Northeast Office.  Through this program PRI works to connect public officials, community groups and property owners to technical resources, expertise and funding opportunities.  Endangered properties and preservation and conservation issues that are listed on the RI  Preservation Watch will often be the result of PRI's on-the-ground field services work with local organizations or individuals who have contacted PRI for assistance.  Through this work PRI staff will also find properties and issues that we believe merit listing on the RI Preservation Watch.