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David Corsetti, as CEO of Premier Land Development, continues to shape the rehabilitation of mill buildings across the state. His company specializes in pioneering distinct residential, mixed-use, commercial and industrial projects, including both new construction and adaptive reuse. Among the notable projects he has worked on are the 2024 Rhody Award winning project, Wanskuck Mill, in Providence and the Ann and Hope Mill in Cumberland which is currently being developed. Davi

The main streets of towns and cities are vital to the economic and cultural health of the United States. They connect us to our vibrant past and have been an important component of preservation work across the country. Main Street America , established by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 1980, has been working across the nation to preserve and promote downtowns and other neighborhood commercial districts. Clark Schoettle, a Preserve RI board member and former E

March 2, 2026   Mr. William Scharf Chair National Capital Planning Commission 401 Ninth Street NW, Suite 500N Washington, DC 20004   Re: Proposed Construction of White House Ballroom NCPC File Number 8733   Dear Mr. Scharf:   Preserve Rhode Island (Preserve RI) serves as the statewide advocate for Rhode Island’s historic places. Our advocacy efforts extend beyond the borders of our state when the interests of Rhode Islanders are at stake. Significant architectural landmarks,

State Senators Lori Urso and Robert Britto at Lippitt House Museum. As the statewide advocate for Rhode Island’s historic places, Preserve RI works closely with the legislature on various issues. To strengthen our connections with Smith Hill and showcase the power of preservation, we invited legislators to Preserve RI’s Lippitt House Museum on January 27th. For some this was their first time at the Museum. Not only did they learn about the building’s rich history, but we coul

Preserve RI is excited to welcome five new members to our Board of Trustees. We will be profiling our newest Trustees throughout the first few months of 2026. To read about last month’s profiles, click here. Stephen Lane, Wickford Stephen brings both board governance experience and a hands-on preservation perspective to Rhode Island’s nonprofit and cultural community. He is the steward of the former home of noted preservation architect Norman Isham, where he has actively pres

Preserve RI is excited to welcome five new members to our Board of Trustees. We will be profiling our newest Trustees throughout the first few months of 2026. Carly Callahan, Westerly Carly is the Executive Director of the UNITED, a non-profit regional center for arts and arts education (based in Westerly) showcasing world-class performing, visual, and creative work and servicing over 65,000 people each year. Previously, Carly was the Managing Director of Seaview Productions,

The Abraham Brown House/Lafeyette House in Tiverton was suddenly demolished in late December of 2024. With support from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Preserve Rhode Island, in partnership with the RI Historic Preservation and Heritage Commission (RIHPHC), will be hosting a demolition delay webinar with the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) as a part of their Commission Assistance and Mentoring Program (CAMP). The webinar will provide an over

As you drive past the intersection of North Broadway and Massasoit Ave in the Rumford section of East Providence, you may notice a bright, new sign announcing the Philip Walker House. Having recently completed a major restoration of the exterior and interior, it’s one of the new signs of life at the property.  Sitting prominently on nearly 2 acres, the current Philip Walker House was constructed in several stages, starting around 1724. The two-story building contains remnant

In partnership with the 1772 Foundation, Preserve RI awarded a total of $125,000 in one-to-one matching grants to 18 nonprofit organizations in 2025. Our grantees were funded for work ranging from window sash restoration and exterior painting to temporarily moving a structure. As our grantees wrap up their work, we are thrilled to share three highlights of what the 1772 grants helped them achieve this year: Conanicut Friends Meeting House, Jamestown. One of the oldest Quaker

New Handbooks Provide Clarity for Homeowners and Contractors on Preserving Wood Windows In 2023, the State of Rhode Island expanded landlord requirements in the General Laws that govern lead-safe conditions for residential properties. This included mandatory registration in an online rental registry and a more stringent lead-safe enforcement and compliance process. With no exceptions or guides for historic buildings, these new requirements created a great deal of concern for