Tell Us Why You Think Saving Historic Places is Important

There are many reasons why historically significant buildings, neighborhoods, and landmarks are meaningful to people. We are eager to hear about why old places matter to you. Please share your thoughts below and click SUBMIT when finished.

1. Why do historic places matter to you?

They give us a sense of belonging and identity through connecting us to the past

They reflect and embody our diverse nation

They play a crucial role in the ongoing story of our American culture

They enrich our lives through history and the diverse stories they tell

They feature awe-inspiring architecture and craftsmanship

All the above

2. What feelings and emotions come to you after experiencing a historic place?

Hope

Connection

Nostalgia

Perseverance

Achievement

Inspiration

All the above

3. Old places embody our capacity to persevere, to adapt, and to endure in ways that are incredibly inspiring, especially in a time of crisis and uncertainty. Do you agree?

Yes

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4. We must continue to save old places where history happened so that their stories can endure and inspire long into the future. Do you agree?

Yes

Not Sure

5. We’ve set a Preservation Month goal to welcome 200 new members by May 31 to continue our vital work. Will you donate $35 today to join the National Trust and protect the historic places that reflect, honor, and celebrate the incredible diversity of our nation?

Yes! I will make a donation of $35 and join the National Trust

Not today, but I stand with the National Trust and its mission to save old places

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