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Preserve Rhode Island

Our Mission:
To protect Rhode Island's historic structures and unique places for present and future generations.
 

Our Vision:
Promote the stewardship of Rhode Island's distinctive local character and vibrant communities. We envision:

•Rhode Islanders appreciating the economic and social benefits of preserving historic structures and unique places;
 

•Rhode Islanders living in vital cities, towns and villages where new growth and development complement historic centers;
 

•Rhode Islanders advancing environmentally friendly choices, reusing old buildings and conserving the landscape; and
•All of us leaving the legacy of an authentic and beautiful Rhode Island to future generations.
 

Our Five Strategies
•Advise: To provide preservation information, assistance and workable alternatives to protect Rhode Island's historic structures and unique places
•Connect: To convene, connect and strengthen community preservation organizations
•Advocate: To encourage community leaders, developers, public officials and property owners to make decisions that favor historic preservation and land conservation •Foster: To expand opportunities for everyone to understand, enjoy and appreciate Rhode Island's rich and diverse heritage •Steward: To preserve the properties under our care and assist other owners to sustain their stewardship of Rhode Island's special places