Downtown Sykesville has received the 2026 Great American Main Street Award, presented by Main Street America. For communities across Maryland, Main Streets are more than just commercial corridors, they are the historic, economic, and cultural heart of place....
Preservation Maryland today announced the passage of CB18-2026, authorizing a 40-year lease agreement with Howard County for the historic Ellicott City Jail at 1 Emory Street in Ellicott City. The legislation marks a major milestone in the effort...
As the Maryland Zoo celebrates its 150th birthday, few structures better embody the layered history of the grounds than the Mansion House, an enduring symbol of transformation, resilience, and public life in Baltimore. The Mansion House, as it stands...
As winter releases its icy grip on Maryland and the waters of the Chesapeake awake, the work of the Maryland General Assembly picks up steam as legislators race toward the final day of session (Sine Die) on April 13, 2026. Before the end, however, all bills must...
Across the country, communities are grappling with the same tension: how to create more housing without losing the places, people, and character that make neighborhoods worth living in. For many years, building new in a sprawling manner was seen as the ticket - just...
Preservation Maryland today announced that it has been awarded $500,000 in Fiscal Year 2026 Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) to support the ongoing preservation and restoration of Fort Frederick, a National Historic Landmark in Washington County, owned by the...
Preservation Maryland is pleased to announce that applications are now open for our 2026 Summer Preservation Services Internship. This opportunity offers emerging preservationists hands-on experience working with our team while contributing to projects that...
Two newly released federal reports underscore the powerful role historic preservation plays in strengthening local economies and revitalizing communities across the country. The National Park Service recently issued its latest analysis of the Federal...
RFP Addendum: Q&A 4/3/26 Preservation Maryland is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for pre-construction and general contracting services for the adaptive reuse of the historic jail and site of Maryland’s future center for preservation, located at 1 Emory...
In early February HB728/SB641 was introduced to help several state agencies work more closely with nonprofit organizations on preservation projects through cooperative agreements. Unlike the federal government, state agencies are often prohibited by antiquated...
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — As Maryland and the nation prepare to mark the 250th Anniversary of American Independence, a remarkable living legacy is taking root statewide. The Maryland Liberty Tree Project will plant a direct descendant of Maryland’s original 1775 Liberty...
On March 13, 2026, Preservation Maryland invites the public to learn more about the future of the historic Ellicott City Jail. The Community Engagement Meeting for the redevelopment of the historic Ellicott City Jail will take place at 7:00 PM in the...
A New Chapter: Planning for the Future of the South Mountain House Traveling along Alternate U.S. Route 40, part of the Historic National Road Scenic Byway, travelers may be surprised to encounter the South Mountain House—known most recently as the “Old South Mountain...
Preservation Maryland is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for the development of a concept-level Master Plan for the State of Maryland’s inaugural Freedman’s State Park, positioned within the Patuxent River State Park in Montgomery County. To be considered as...
With the 2026 Heritage Fund grant cycle now open, we’re featuring a FY25 project that proves even a modest grant can spark statewide impact. In 2025, the Maryland Museums Association (MMA) received a $5,000 Heritage Fund grant to launch an ambitious and much-needed...
Maryland’s history has always been shaped by water. From Indigenous cultures and colonial trade routes to working waterfronts, the Chesapeake Bay is a living archive of the state’s maritime past. Through the Maryland Maritime Heritage Grant Program, those...
Maryland’s 448th Legislative Session began under the dome of the iconic dome of the ca. 1772 statehouse – the nation’s oldest state capitol in continuous use. From within earshot of the same room where General Washington once resigned his commission in the...
Preservation Maryland is soliciting lump sum bids from qualified firms for construction services to complete exterior repairs that will aid in the rehabilitation of the historic Knocks Folly at Turner’s Creek, located at 13761 Turners Creek Road, Kennedyville,...
Established in 1996, the Heritage Fund is a cooperative effort of Preservation Maryland and the Maryland Historical Trust, which provides direct assistance for the protection of historical and cultural resources and promotes innovative demonstration projects that can...
Preservation Maryland is soliciting competitive proposals from qualified firms for interpretive planning and design of an interior exhibit for the Williams Schoolhouse, located at 11347 Big Pool Road, Big Pool, MD 21711, within the boundaries of Fort Frederick State...
Year-end thoughts from our President & CEO Nicholas Redding At Preservation Maryland, we believe historic places are tools for improving everyday life. Preserving a building matters—but only if it serves a purpose beyond its walls. That’s why, in every grant we...
2025 was a remarkable year for Preservation Maryland, filled with stories of community impact, historic preservation in action, and opportunities for Marylanders to connect with the places that define our state’s heritage. Across the year, our blog, programs, and...
Preservation Maryland is soliciting lump sum quotes from qualified firms not to exceed $40,000 for consulting services to complete a two-phase project, to include a rapid mobile field survey of pilot downtown districts, technical assistance, data interpretation,...
The Maryland Department of Planning (MDP) has released the Sustainable Growth Implementation Guide, a flexible framework designed to help communities plan proactively for growth while balancing economic, environmental, and social priorities. This guide comes...
BALTIMORE (December 4, 2025) — Statewide nonprofit Preservation Maryland, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), today announced the recipients of the 2025 Maryland Maritime Heritage Grant Program, awarding $200,000 to seven...
Every year, Giving Tuesday reminds us of something simple but powerful: when people choose to invest in their communities, the impact lasts far beyond a single day. We also know there’s no shortage of organizations asking for support. Your inbox is full and your...
Towson University recently announced its BTU Partnership Awards; these awards celebrate the efforts of faculty, students, staff, and community partners, and the collaborative work being done that benefits the communities it serves. Preservation Maryland, in...
Perhaps nothing in preservation causes as much confusion as the National Register of Historic Places.Does it prevent demolition? Does it protect buildings? Can you change your paint color? Do you get tax breaks? Can you get a grant? This Preservation Primer...
Preservation Maryland is pleased to see Howard County take a significant step forward in preserving the historic character of Old Ellicott City. The recently announced project to repurpose the historic Caplan’s building as a local goods incubator and market represents...
Preservation is about more than saving old buildings — it’s about sustaining vibrant communities. Maryland’s historic downtowns and Main Streets are the heart of local life and economic vitality, using their unique character to attract residents, visitors, and...
Join Preservation Maryland as we attend Chicone Village Day at Handsell on Saturday, April 25, 2026....
April 25 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Join The Campaign for Historic Trades, a program of Preservation Maryland, as we attend the American...
April 26 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join Patapsco Heritage Greenway and Preservation Maryland for a lecture on how architecture intersec...
May 7 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
May 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmPreservation Maryland participates in and hosts many events in and around Maryland. Take a look at our upcoming events to see where we’ll be next.