It's Women History Month! The Monuments Toolkit at World Heritage USA is hosting Women as Stewards of Heritage Webinar In honor of Women's History Month, the Monuments Toolkit at World Heritage USA is hosting Women as Stewards of Heritage, a webinar on Thursday, March 19 at 2 PM Eastern / 1 PM Central / 11 AM Pacific. Moderated by Program Director Diana Hernandez, we are honored to be joined by Dr. Georgette Grier-Key, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Eastville Community Historical Society; Izel Lopez, Deputy Director of the Texas Tribal Buffalo Project; and Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of Latinos in Heritage Conservation. Together, these three visionaries are expanding the very definition of heritage, centering the knowledge, leadership, and living memory of African American, Indigenous, and Laitne women in the work of historic preservation today. Register here: https://usicomos.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/usicomos/eventRegistration.jsp?event=224&

Hart Family Fund for Small Towns: Guidelines & Eligibility Grants from the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns are intended to encourage preservation at the local level by providing seed money for preservation projects in small towns with populations of 10,000 or less. These grants help stimulate public discussion, enable local groups to gain the technical expertise needed for particular projects, introduce the public to preservation concepts and techniques, and encourage financial participation by the private sector. Grants from the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns generally range from $2,500 to $15,000. The selection process is very competitive. Deadline is May 1, 2026. More information here: https://savingplaces.org/hart-family-fund?utm_medium=email&utm_source=update&utm_campaign=grants

Less than a month away to nominate your project or favorite preservationist for a Preservation at Its Best Award! Nominations are due April 1, 2026. The Preservation at Its Best Awards celebrate exceptional achievements in historic preservation across Iowa. Each year, Preservation Iowa recognizes individuals, organizations, projects, and communities whose work demonstrates outstanding commitment to historic preservation. By honoring these achievements, the organization aims to inspire others to take meaningful action to protect, restore, and promote Iowa’s historic resources, fostering a broader culture of preservation throughout the state. Award-winning preservation projects often do more than celebrate preserved historic buildings – they demonstrate how these resources can be thoughtfully repurposed and reintegrated into their communities. By revitalizing housing, supporting local businesses, and drawing people back to downtowns and neighborhoods, these projects boost local economies while fostering community pride. They also inspire further preservation efforts, ensuring that Iowa’s rich heritage remains a vibrant and accessible part of everyday life. Award recipients are announced in June, at the statewide Preserve Iowa Summit in Ankeny, providing a high-profile platform to recognize exemplary preservation work and inspire others to engage in preservation efforts. By submitting a nomination, you help shine a spotlight on important preservation work in Iowa, celebrating the dedication, creativity, and impact of those who protect and revitalize the state’s historic resources. Information about how to nominate is at: https://preservationiowa.org/programs/preservation-at-its-best-awards/ #iowaaia #friendsofhistoricpreservation #savecrheritage

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Another National Register listing for Iowa! This time the property is in Storm Lake! Congratulations to the owners of the Lewis "Lew" J. Metcalf Residence whose property was listed for its architectural significance. This house, built in 1901, is an intact example of the Queen Anne style of architecture, popular in Iowa and throughout the country. The house has gambrel roofs, a porch, carriage port, and an unusual foundation made of granite. The Metcalf Residence was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 23, 2026. #stormlakeiowa #stormlakeia

Today, we feature the Masonic Temple in Walnut, Iowa recently listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural significance. Built in 1911, this Classical Revival building incorporates principles and details associated with the Freemasons. The second floor lodge room has a dais for the master of the lodge and a pressed metal ceiling that includes the Masonic square, compass, and letter 'G." In the center of the lodge room ceiling is an unusual (and original) lighting fixture encircled with incandescent bulbs. The building is owned by the Walnut Creek Historical Society which operates it as a museum. The Masonic Temple of Walnut was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 23, 2026. Congratulations! #mainstreetwalnutcreek #walnutcreekhistoricalsociety #iowamasonry #iowamasoniclibraryandmuseum #iowamasons

Are you part of the preservation community and want to develop your leadership skills and expand your professional impact? Apply for the Harrison Goodall Preservation Fellowship! What is the Harrison Goodall Preservation Fellowship? Inspired by a gift from Harrison Goodall and made possible by Preservation Maryland, this program aims to develop enterprising professionals and students into the preservation leaders of tomorrow. The Fellowship awards $10,000 to support an innovative project in the historic preservation field. Fellows undertake capstone projects that will make a meaningful contribution to the broader historic preservation field and support the stewardship of historic resources nationwide. The Harrison Goodall Preservation Fellowship gives fellows the opportunity to: · focus on their professional development within historic preservation, · gain access to networking and resources, and · learn leadership competencies. Who can apply? This opportunity is aimed at preservation professionals, tradespeople, and students enrolled at least part-time in a preservation-related degree program. It is open to both public and private sector workers. Previous applicants can re-apply. How do I apply? To learn more about eligibility, expectations, and application details, visit the application information page: https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/77560-Preservation-Maryland At the bottom, you can preview the application by clicking the “Preview” link directly above the “Apply” button. The application is open Monday, February 2, through Monday, March 16, 2026. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview with the selection committee by June. For More Information To view examples of past preservation projects and to apply, visit https://historictrades.org/goodall/. For programmatic and technical questions, email info@historictrades.org.