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Why a Couple from North Carolina Moved To Walker House in East Providence
Zach and Helen with their dog, RJ. When Helen Ramage and URI graduate Zach Miklitsch were considering a move back to Rhode Island from...
Preserve Rhode Island
Aug 25, 20252 min read


Summer Repair Work Nearly Complete
Our Property Manager, Mat, cleaning the fountain at Lippitt House. An important part of our mission is serving as good stewards of our...
Preserve Rhode Island
Aug 25, 20251 min read


Join Our Team - Director of Preservation
Summary: The Director of Preservation oversees the preservation of and capital improvements to Preserve RI’s properties; plans and...
Preserve Rhode Island
Aug 6, 20253 min read


2025 Rhody Awardees Announced
Preserve Rhode Island is proud to announce the 10 recipients of the 2025 Rhody Awards for Historic Preservation. Each year, Preserve RI...
Preserve Rhode Island
Aug 6, 20254 min read


Rain Garden Makes a Splash in Newport
Scenic Aquidneck , Preserve RI’s partnership with the Preservation Society of Newport County, the Aquidneck Land Trust, and the van...
Preserve Rhode Island
Jul 25, 20251 min read


Update on Advocacy Efforts (July, 2025)
Shri Yoga Studios in Pawtucket received both state and federal historic tax credits in order to convert a former mill building into a...
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Jul 25, 20252 min read


Update on RI's Historic Tax Credit Program
Improvements to RI’s Historic Tax Credit Passed by General Assembly but Much Work Remains to Keep Program Viable Arctic Mill in West...
Preserve Rhode Island
Jul 2, 20253 min read


Preserve RI Secures Preservation Easement on Shakespeare’s Head Building in Providence.
One of Providence’s oldest buildings just gained new, long-term protection. Last month, the Providence Preservation Society (PPS) sold...
Preserve Rhode Island
Jun 19, 20251 min read


Rehab Continues at Chase Farmhouse
Click the slideshow to see the restoration work. As reported last fall, Preserve RI secured a 10-year lease extension for our Curator...
Preserve Rhode Island
May 15, 20251 min read


Annual Check-up for our Easement Properties
In March and April, our annual easement-monitoring site visits take Preserve RI all over the state to connect with owners of historically significant properties.
Preserve Rhode Island
Apr 17, 20251 min read


Preserve Rhode Island Announces Sheryl Hack as Next Executive Director
The Board of Trustees of Preserve Rhode Island announced today that Sheryl Hack has joined the organization as its next Executive Director.
Preserve Rhode Island
Apr 7, 20251 min read


Walker House in East Providence Gets Interior Restoration
Walker House with its newly painted exterior. For over 40 years, Preserve RI has been the owner and steward of the Philip Walker House in...
Preserve Rhode Island
Mar 19, 20252 min read


A Farewell from Valerie Talmage
After 18 years, Valerie Talmage will retire as Executive Director next month. The staff and board want to thank her for her dedication...
Preserve Rhode Island
Mar 19, 20253 min read


Providence's Historic Districts Open to Installation of Solar Panels
The Providence Historic District Commission (PHDC) plays a crucial role in preserving the historical and architectural integrity of the...
Preserve Rhode Island
Feb 25, 20252 min read


Preserve RI Conducts Site Visits Statewide for Historic Preservation Matching Grants
1772 Grant site visits are in full swing across the state. Learn what this means for preservation across RI.
Preserve Rhode Island
Feb 25, 20251 min read


A New Initiative for Aquidneck Island's Historic Stone Walls
Now that stone wall projects across Aquidneck Island are wrapped up, learn what's in store for the Stone Wall Initiative.
Preserve Rhode Island
Jan 24, 20251 min read


Demolition Shocks Tiverton
This demolition shocked residents of Tiverton. Learned how it happened and what can be done to try and prevent future demolitions.
Preserve Rhode Island
Jan 23, 20252 min read


A Year in Review for Historic Preservation Matching Grants
Read about the impact 1772 Grants have had across Rhode Island.
Preserve Rhode Island
Jan 23, 20251 min read


Balancing History and Sustainability: How Historic New England Leads Climate Action at Casey Farm
Balancing the preservation of cultural heritage with modern climate action at Historic New England is a complex but essential task. This...
Preserve Rhode Island
Nov 21, 20242 min read


YIMBYISM Is Loud but Not Always Fact-Based
Read this overview of PlaceEconomics's response to YIMBYSM.
Preserve Rhode Island
Oct 18, 20241 min read
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