Our Story
Preservation Maryland is Maryland’s oldest, largest and most effective preservation organization. As a 90+-year-old organization you might think we’ve slowed down a bit – but we’re still full of fight.
Board members revealing a new interpretive sign; our logo, an early version seen on the SPMA flag, has always been a phoenix rising from the ashes.
We’ve recently tackled some of our largest initiatives yet, leading to expanded funding, programming, staff, and goals. Although the organization’s core mission remains the same as when we started in 1931, our work has adapted, our strategies have diversified, and our approach has modernized. We remain at the forefront of the preservation movement, creatively working to preserve place, affect policy change, and grow the historic preservation workforce so our shared history can be enjoyed for untold generations to come.
This work is implemented by a dedicated staff of employees. Each team member oversees a different and equally compelling aspect of our mission.
Latest Posts

Our 2025 Best of Maryland Award Winners
Each year, Preservation Maryland honors individuals, organizations, and projects that exemplify excellence in historic preservation, smart growth, and stewardship across the state. The Best of Maryland Awards highlight the remarkable work being done to...

Grant Information Sessions are Live
Preservation Maryland recently hosted two information sessions to introduce our newest grant opportunities — and both recordings are now available to stream. If you weren’t able to join live, you can now catch up at your own pace. Maritime Heritage Grant Program...

The Origin of the “Old Line State”
In 1776, American independence was anything but certain. Maryland troops under General Washington fought a pitched battle that may have saved the entire army and earned the state its nickname; The Old Line State. On August 27, 1776, the British Army, under the command...