Historic Preservation

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• New Haven Preservation Trust

  This organization was founded to honor and preserve New Haven’s architectural heritage — historic buildings and neighborhoods — through advocacy, education and collaboration.

• New London Landmarks

  This organization strives to promote the preservation and development of the urban environment of New London, Connecticut, including significant individual structures, streetscapes, neighborhoods and open spaces.

• Office of State Archaeology

  This office is housed within the Museum of Natural History/Connecticut Archaeology Center and was established to identify, manage and preserve Connecticut's archaeological resources.

• Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine, East Granby

  Discover the newly restored site of the oldest surviving state prison in America.

• Order a Plaque

  See how to order a plaque for properties listed on the State or National Registers of Historic Places.

• Prudence Crandall Museum, Canterbury

  Learn about Connecticut’s state heroine, a pioneer in education for African-American women and a fighter of racism and sexism.

• Regional Survey Contexts

  Read or download the SHPO's regional survey contexts.

• Resiliency

  Learn about SHPO assistance for historic properties threatened by rising sea levels.

• Section 106 Review and Compliance

  Get technical guidance for publicly funded projects that can have an impact on historic Connecticut resources.

• State Historic Preservation Review Board

  Learn more about the State Historic Preservation Review Board and access meeting agendas and minutes.

• State Register of Historic Places

  See the requirements and application process to have a historic resource listed on the official State Register.

• Survey and Planning Grants

  Discover a variety of grants and programs that support planning and development for historic preservation projects.

• Survey Forms

  Use these forms can to help you identify potential archaeological resources in Connecticut.

• Threatened Properties Fund (TPF) Grants

  Learn about this program, which has supported restoration of historic properties damaged by unanticipated man-made or natural acts.

• Washington/Rochambeau Trail

  Learn about the historic role that Connecticut played in the American Revolution.