Preserve America Communities
Communities may apply for special designation as a Preserve America Community, which recognizes communities that:
- protect and celebrate their heritage;
- use their historic assets for economic development and community revitalization; and
- encourage people to experience and appreciate local historic resources through education and heritage tourism programs.
Benefits of designation include:
- White House recognition;
- a certificate of recognition;
- a Preserve America Community road sign;
- authorization to use the Preserve America logo on signs, flags, banners, and promotional materials;
- listing in a Web-based Preserve America Community directory;
- inclusion in national and regional press releases;
- official notification of designation to State tourism offices and visitor bureaus; and
- enhanced community visibility and pride.
Four application and designation cycles occur each year. The 2004 application deadlines are March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1.