The New Haven Preservation Trust
Architecture and PlanningConnecticut, United States2-10 Employees
The New Haven Preservation Trust is a small nonprofit based in New Haven, Connecticut, operating in the architecture and planning field. Its mission is to honor and preserve the city's architectural heritage—historic buildings and neighborhoods—through advocacy, education, and collaboration. Since its founding in 1961, the Trust has contributed to the preservation and restoration of notable structures, including the New Haven Free Public Library, the New Haven Post Office and Federal Building, City Hall, the John Davies Mansion, and Union Station, as well as numerous private residences and commercial properties. Through advocacy, information sharing, historic research, tours, and private consultations, the organization serves as New Haven’s advocate for the centuries-old built environment that defines the city. The Trust operates as a private, 501(c)(3) charitable organization. It remains rooted in New Haven and focuses on preserving the city's architectural heritage for the benefit of residents and the community.