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Overview

Published April 2022, mailed by NPS’s National Register program to state historic preservation officer staff

For preparers of New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places nominations and fellow SHPO staff.

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Summary

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Created by NJ AI Assistant (GPT-4o) and edited by NJHPO staff.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner el_class=”hpo-callout-text”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”hpo-intro-paragraph”]This E-Blast continues the opening theme of December’s issue, highlighting efforts to expand and ensure diversity in recognizing significant places for all Americans. During a virtual open house, NPS officials discussed initiatives with about 80 attendees, emphasizing the importance of including diverse cultural and identity groups in National Register and National Historic Landmarks (NHL) listings.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]NPS then provides an update on electronic submissions, noting improvements like no file size limitations and enhanced user support. It also mentions ongoing enhancements to the National Historic Landmarks (NHL) program, including new designations and committee meetings. Collaborative efforts between NPS and state historic preservation offices aim to recognize important sites, such as the Summit Camp Archeological District.

In a personnel update, NPS says Jeff Mansell completed his 120-day detail with the National Register program. He returned to his role as a historian at Natchez National Historical Park, while interim reassignments were made for reviewing nominations from certain states.

Finally, the E-Blast addresses an increase in condominium property nominations. It stresses the importance of notifying each unit owner and the condo association about nominations. For a condo property to be listed, its significance must be clearly documented, showing its impact on local development or history. Reviewers should ensure that nominations provide a specific context and significance rather than relying on broad patterns.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1758815062001{margin-bottom: 32px !important;}”][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-rectangle-list” title=”Table of Contents”]

• Update on National Register and National Historic Landmarks Initiatives to Expand and Ensure Diversity in Recognizing Places of Significance to All Americans
  • Operating Status Update
  • NHL Program Updates
  • NPS/NCSHPO Collaboration
    • Cold War Handbook
    • NHL Theme Studies
  • Initiatives
• Thanks and Farewell to Jeff Mansell
• Interim Reassignment of Eight States
• Much Ado About Condos

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