Preservation Planning

Name: Preservation New Jersey Annual Meeting
Start: 2026-07-15T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-15T20:30:00-04:00
Location: East Jersey Old Town Village

September 2025
Cemetery Stewardship Program Series: An Introduction to New Jersey’s Folk Grave Marker Tradition

September 16, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This virtual workshop offers an eye-opening introduction to New Jersey’s little-known tradition of folk grave markers—handmade memorials often overlooked in the shadow of more formal monuments. Participants will explore the cultural, artistic, and historical significance of these unique markers. Often crafted from concrete, metal, wood, or ceramic, these markers range from simple to remarkably creative […]

Free
Homeowner’s Guide to Historic Preservation Materials – HPC Roundtable

September 20, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Cranbury, NJ Cranbury, NJ, United States

This workshop will be designed to educate historic preservation commissioners and homeowners on the proper care, maintenance, and repair of historic homes using preservation-appropriate materials and techniques. Participants will learn how to identify original building elements and select materials that match the character and integrity of their homes. Key topics will include wood repair and […]

Free
October 2025
PNJ on Tour – Perth Amboy Historic House Tour

October 5, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join us for a special Preservation New Jersey on Tour event as we explore the rich architectural and cultural heritage of Perth Amboy through a guided historic house tour. Participants will visit some of the city’s most significant and beautifully preserved homes, many of which showcase a range of architectural styles and reflect the diverse […]

Free
Restoration Tour of Lambert Castle with AIA Newark & Suburban (AIANS)

October 11, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Lambert Castle 3 Valley Road, Paterson, NJ, United States

Join AIA Newark & Suburban (AIANS) for an exclusive tour of the recently restored Lambert Castle, a landmark of Gilded Age architecture nestled in the City of Paterson. Led by architects Michael Hanrahan and James Giresi, the tour will highlight the careful restoration efforts that have brought new life to this historic structure. Hanrahan and […]

Free
Cemetery Stewardship Program Series: Field Visit on New Jersey’s Folk Grave Markers

October 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

St. James Cemetery 1 Ida Way, Woodbridge, New Jersey, United States

Building on the insights shared in the virtual workshop, this in-person session at St. James Cemetery will give participants the opportunity to explore New Jersey’s folk grave marker tradition firsthand. Led by historians Gordon Bond and Stephanie M. Hoagland, the guided tour will focus on identifying and interpreting handmade markers found throughout the cemetery—often located […]

Free
November 2025
New Jersey Historic Preservation Awards

November 6, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Historic Trenton Masonic Temple 100 Barrack Street, Trenton, NJ, United States

Join us this fall as we honor outstanding achievements in historic preservation across New Jersey. The Annual Historic Preservation Awards celebrate individuals and organizations leading the way in safeguarding the state's rich heritage. Award categories include Leadership, Preservation Project, Writing, and Young Professional, recognizing a wide range of contributions to the field. From hands-on restoration […]

$75.00
January 2026
Workshop on the 10 Most Endangered Historic Sites

January 6 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Virtual Event

This workshop provides a detailed overview of the process for identifying and listing sites on the annual 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list. Participants will learn how to recognize threats to historic resources, gather the documentation needed for a strong nomination, and articulate the significance and urgency of a site’s preservation needs. The session also […]

Free
Q&A with PNJ: The Restore Trenton! Grant Program

January 15 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Virtual Event

Join Preservation New Jersey for an engaging Q&A session with the Trenton Historical Society as we explore the impact and opportunities of the Restore Trenton! Grant Program. This conversation will provide an inside look at how the program supports homeowners and community members in repairing and restoring Trenton’s historic buildings. Representatives from the Trenton Historical […]

Free
July 2026
Preservation New Jersey Annual Meeting

July 15 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

East Jersey Old Town Village 1050 River Road, Piscataway, NJ, United States

Join Preservation New Jersey for its Annual Meeting in Middlesex County at East Jersey Old Town Village. Attendees will hear organizational updates on statewide preservation initiatives, celebrate recent accomplishments, and look ahead to priorities for the coming year. The event also offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with fellow advocates working to safeguard New Jersey’s […]

Free

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