Vaulted interior of a former train station in Buffalo, NY. People are milling around looking at plans for the site's reuse.

Partners visited Buffalo, NY, and went on a behind-the-scenes tour at the Buffalo Central Terminal. Opened as a train station in 1929, it once served 10,000 people a day. Today, the site is being reimagined to support events, tourism, cultural exchange, and more. Photo by Cindy Olnick.

The National Preservation Partners Network (NPPN) is an independent, membership-based nonprofit dedicated to advancing the growth and effectiveness of the nonprofit historic preservation movement. We are a community of, and for, professionals who work at national, regional, statewide, and local nonprofit preservation organizations.

Upcoming NPPN Events

A bright red-painted Pennsylvania Dutch barn with a group of people standing in front of the barn door..
Pennsylvania Dutch Barn, Hudson River Valley. Photo: Rebecca Harris
A busy scene in New York City with people shopping at a farmers market with tall buildings in the background.
NYC Farmers Market. Photo: Rebecca Harris
A scenic view of historic buildings in downtown Prescott, AZ.
Downtown Prescott, AZ. Photo credit: Jim David
  • New Executive Director Affinity Group

    A one-hour conversation for newer executive directors to share ideas and resources. NPPN members only. Not a member? It’s easy to join

    April 23 @ 3:30 pm4:30 pm EDT
  • Rural Affinity Group

    A one-hour conversation for staff of organizations working rural areas. NPPN members only. Not a member? It’s easy to join

    May 1 @ 3:30 pm4:30 pm EDT
  • Program & Education Staff Affinity Group

    A one-hour conversation for staff who manage programs at preservation organizations. NPPN members only. Not a member? It’s easy to join

    May 2 @ 3:30 pm4:30 pm EDT
  • Locals Affinity Group

    A one-hour conversation for staff of local organizations. NPPN members only. Not a member? It’s easy to join.

    May 15 @ 3:30 pm4:30 pm EDT

Preservation Partner Events

A roundup of preservation events happening across the country. Want to have your event listed? Email the details to the Director.