The primary goal of architectural preservation is to protect and maintain historic buildings and structures for future generations, ensuring their continued existence and cultural significance.

Adaptive reuse involves modifying a historic building to accommodate new uses while preserving its original character and significant features.

The National Park Service is responsible for maintaining the National Register of Historic Places, a list of buildings, sites, districts, and objects significant in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, and culture.

Restoration involves returning a historic building to its original appearance and condition, using materials and techniques that match the original construction.

Reconstruction involves demolishing a historic building and rebuilding it in its original location, using materials and techniques that match the original construction.

Adaptive reuse involves modifying a historic building to accommodate new uses while preserving its original character and significant features.

Preservation involves maintaining a historic building in its current condition without making significant changes.

Modernization involves adding new features or elements to a historic building that were not part of its original design.

Landmarking involves protecting a historic building from demolition or alteration by designating it as a landmark.

Historic documentation involves documenting the history and significance of a historic building.

Fundraising involves raising funds for the preservation of a historic building.

Property management involves managing and operating a historic building.

Public outreach involves educating the public about the importance of historic preservation.

Advocacy involves advocating for the preservation of historic buildings.

Enforcement involves enforcing laws and regulations related to historic preservation.