2024 has been a remarkable year for Preservation New Jersey (PNJ)!  For 46 years, our nonprofit organization has thrived due to the generous support of our donors and members. Thank you for your encouragement, interest, and participation in our events as we continue to advocate for the cultural and historic resources of New Jersey. 

 

We are coming to the end of a year of upward growth – our programming has increased by 40%, we have recruited and filled the Board of Trustees to capacity, and a new Strategic Plan is in place to move us forward through 2027. 

 

Highlights of 2024 include: 

 

The 10 Most Endangered Historic Sites program was held on May 4, 2024 at the historic Miller Cory House in Westfield.  Included on this year’s list were the MLK House in Camden, Palace Amusement Artifacts from Asbury Park, and St. Paul’s Abbey in Sussex. 

 

• Our Annual Meeting in July brought together our membership at another, and successful 10 Most Site, T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center in Redbank. 

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• The highly anticipated annual Historic Preservation Awards Event was held at Lambert Castle in Paterson. Over thirty individuals, businesses, and projects were nominated for awards that highlighted the best in New Jersey preservation this year. Seventeen awards were presented in eight categories. 

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• Programming throughout the year included virtual and in-person workshops, educational lectures, walking tours, and virtual office hours to allow the public to connect with our Executive Director and Board. This year, PNJ introduced a new program series of Historic Preservation Commission round tables to provide training and open discussions on community preservation issues. 

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• A new sponsorship and partnership program was introduced, garnering new community connections which also resulted in our increased outreach and programming initiatives. 

 

We hope you were able to participate in many of the opportunities that Preservation New Jersey offers, and we invite you to continue to reach out and attend our events in 2025.  Consider joining us as we make preservation a valued priority in strengthening the economic vitality and sustainability of our communities. 

 

PNJ would not be able to continue our mission and vision without the generous support of our members, partners, and the preservation community at large.