What is the RI Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission (RIHPHC)?
The Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission is the state agency for historical preservation and heritage programs. The RIHPHC operates a statewide historical preservation program that identifies and protects historic buildings, districts, structures, and archaeological sites. The National Register of Historic Places in Rhode Island is managed by the RIHPHC in conjunction with the National Parks Service. The RIHPHC also develops and carries out programs to document and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Rhode Island’s people. Several state preservation programs are administered by the RIHPHC including: • an annual Statewide Preservation Conference in April • the State Preservation Grants that fund capital preservation projects for public historic sites, museums, and cultural art centers located in historic structures. • the Certified Local Government Grants for communities with Historic District Zoning. • the Homeowner Tax Credit where property owners can earn si
The Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission is the state agency for historical preservation and heritage programs. The RIHPHC operates a statewide historical preservation program that identifies and protects historic buildings, districts, structures, and archaeological sites. The National Register of Historic Places in Rhode Island is managed by the RIHPHC in conjunction with the National Parks Service. The RIHPHC also develops and carries out programs to document and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Rhode Island’s people. Several state preservation programs are administered by the RIHPHC including: • an annual Statewide Preservation Conference in April • the State Preservation Grants that fund capital preservation projects for public historic sites, museums, and cultural art centers located in historic structures. • the Certified Local Government Grants for communities with Historic District Zoning. • the Homeowner Tax Credit where property owners can earn si
