[Massplanners] Updates from the Massachusetts Historical Commission

[Doherty, Jennifer @ SEC]

Updates from the Massachusetts Historical Commission

Fall Virtual Workshop Schedule Now Available
You can view the MHC's full schedule of fall 2023 virtual workshops, read workshop descriptions, and register here<https://www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc/mhcotr/otridx.htm>. Two ticket options are offered: "Live" tickets will provide you with Zoom information to attend in real time as well as a recording of the workshop after it ends; "Recording" tickets will only provide you with a recording after the workshop ends. You do not need to register for both tickets to receive the recording.


*         Introduction to Historic Preservation, Monday, September 11, 2023 at 1 pm

*         Introduction to MACRIS and MACRIS Maps, Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 10 am

*         Historic Resources Survey, Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 7 pm

*         The National Register of Historic Places, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 1 pm

*         Architectural Styles, Forms, and Building Technologies of Massachusetts, Friday, November 10, 2023 at 10 am

*         State and Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits, Monday, November 20, 2023 at 7 pm

*         Understanding the Secretary of the Interior's Standards, Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 10 am


Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund Awards
At its June 14, 2023 meeting, the MHC made awards for Round 29 of the Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund (MPPF)<https://www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc/mhcmppf/mppfidx.htm>. MPPF is a state-funded 50% reimbursable matching grant program established in 1984 to support the preservation of properties, landscapes, and sites (cultural resources) listed in the State Register of Historic Places. Applicants must be a municipality or nonprofit organization. Congratulations to all of the awardees!

Community, Resource, Applicant, Award Amount

*         Abington, Island Grove Park Memorial Bridge, Town of Abington, $30,000

*         Boston (Dorchester), Greenwood Memorial United Methodist Church, Greenwood Memorial United Methodist Church, $50,000

*         Boston (Roxbury), William H. Smith Apartment Building, Commonwealth Land Trust, Inc., $50,000

*         Brookline, Temple Ohabei Shalom, Temple Ohabei Shalom, $30,000

*         Cambridge, First Baptist Church, Central Square Church (aka First Baptist Church), $50,000

*         Cambridge, Odd Fellows Hall (The Dance Complex), The New Dance Complex, Inc., $50,000

*         Cummington, William Cullen Bryant Homestead, The Trustees of Reservations, $50,000

*         Framingham, First Parish Church, First Parish in Framingham, $50,000

*         Goshen, Goshen Town Hall, Town of Goshen, $75,000

*         Grafton, Grafton Public Library, Town of Grafton, $70,000

*         Lakeville, Lakeville Town Hall, Town of Lakeville, $30,000

*         Mendon, Hastings Law Office - Mendon Post Office, Town of Mendon, $64,000

*         Milton, Capt. R.B. Forbes House - Carriage House, Captain Forbes House Museum, $50,000

*         Newton, Second Church of Newton, Second Church in Newton, $50,000

*         Northampton, Smith Charities Building, The Trustees of the Smith Charities, $50,000

*         Norwell, Joshua Jacobs Farm - Barn, Town of Norwell, $65,000

*         Tyringham, Union Church in Tyringham, Friends for the Preservation of Union Church in Tyringham, $41,000

*         Upton, Upton Center - Upton District #1 Schoolhouse, Upton Grange, $50,000

*         Worcester, Salisbury House, Preservation Worcester, Inc., $50,000

*         Wrentham, Original Congregational Church of Wrentham, Original Congregational Church of Wrentham, $50,000


National Alliance of Preservation Commissions Releases "Messaging Guide for Local Preservation Programs"
The National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) recently published a new resource to help you better communicate the value of historic preservation. The "Messaging Guide for Local Preservation Programs" is full of general communication tips, best practices, and sample messaging that can be used by staff and preservation commissioners.

NAPC collected feedback at their biennial conference FORUM and through a nationwide survey, which narrowed down the sticking points in preservation messaging. The research found that local programs needed more support in expressing the value of historic preservation, explaining the designation and design review process, as well as advocating for better preservation policy. The Messaging Guide is organized by these three topics, which are expanded into issues, key messages, and supporting points. For example, under "Why Preservation Matters" on page 33, you'll see related issues, such as affordable housing, density, local economy, sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and more. Each issue is further explored by key messages and supporting points that are readymade for your use, plus are backed by linked research and/or documentation to support the message.

You can start using the Messaging Guide today by visiting: https://www.napcommissions.org/messaging-guide


Preservation in a Changing Climate Conference
The City of Salem and the Salem Preservation Partners are excited to announce the third annual conference to raise awareness of and discuss adaptation strategies to address climate change impacts on the region's historic buildings, landscapes and neighborhoods.

Preservation in a Changing Climate 2023<https://www.preservingsalem.com/preservation-in-a-changing-climate-1>
September 12, 2023
Morse Auditorium at the Peabody Essex Museum
161 Essex St, Salem, MA
Registration: $50

This year's conference will feature a full day of panel discussions, lunch provided by PEM, extended opportunities for Q&A with presenters, and a closing reception with the new Massachusetts Climate Chief, Melissa Hoffer. You can view the program schedule and register to attend the event here<https://www.pem.org/events/preservation-in-a-changing-climate-salem-2023> (first come first served).


Recent Listings in the National Register of Historic Places

*         Hadley, Forty Acres and Its Skirts Historic District

*         Holyoke, Essex Street Historic District

*         Southbridge, American Optical Company Historic District

*         Southbridge, Mary E. Wells School

*         Springfield, Elias Brookings School


Recent Local Historic Districts/Local Landmarks

*         Boston (Downtown), Richards Building

*         Boston (Downtown), Tremont Temple

*         Boston (Roxbury), First Church in Roxbury

*         Harvard, Harvard Common Historic District Expansion


Membership or Officer Changes? Update the MHC!
Membership or officer changes on your commission? Be sure to update the MHC! Please send any new member or officer information to Jenn Doherty, Local Government Programs Coordinator, at Jennifer.Doherty at sec.state.ma.us<mailto:Jennifer.Doherty at sec.state.ma.us>.


Jennifer B. Doherty
Local Government Programs Coordinator
Massachusetts Historical Commission
220 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02125-3314
Office: (617) 727-8470
Remote: (617) 807-0685
Jennifer.Doherty at sec.state.ma.us<mailto:Jennifer.Doherty at sec.state.ma.us>

Register for virtual workshops<https://www.sec.state.ma.us/mhc/mhcotr/otridx.htm>

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