For Communities
Historic preservation is most possible when it is a community effort! Did you know that the best way to ensure the protection of your historic buildings can be found at the local level? We’ve created this page to help narrow down community-specific information and resources to aid your preservaton efforts.
Certified Local Governments
View certified local government communities in Missouri and visit their websites.
Fun fact! The National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 authorizes a program of federal matching grants, known as the Historic Preservation Fund. It is administered through the Missouri State Historic Preservation Office and 10% of these monies must excusivley be earmarked for CLG communities.
The SHPO created this useful document that lists all the resources online created by Missouri CLGs (including guidelines, plans, etc.)
Design Guidelines
View examples of design guidelines from communities across Missouri.
Preservation Planning
View examples of preservation plans from communities across Missouri.
Education & Advocacy
Learn ways to advocate for and educate about the history of your community and its built environment.
Funding Opportunities
A list of potential funding opportunites for preservation projects.
Post & Share RFPs
Are you a member of Missouri Preservation seeking bids for preservation work in your community? Share your RFP with us and we’ll post it on our website!
Host a Workshop
Are you seeking to educate members of your community about preservation topics? We’re happy to come speak on a variety of preservation-related topics or host a workshop in your community.
Missouri Main Street Connection
Missouri Main Street Connection is the leading statewide nonprofit organization devoted to preservation-based economic development. Through the Main Street America™ movement and our partners, we empower community revitalization by celebrating, supporting, and sustaining Missouri historic commercial districts in both rural and urban settings.