Friends of the historic districts
council
The New York City Landmarks Law
states that “the standing of this city as a world-class tourist
center and world capital of business, culture and government cannot
be maintained or enhanced by disregarding the historical and architectural
heritage of the city and by countenancing the destruction of such
cultural assets.” This sentiment remains as true today as
when it as written in 1965, and historic preservation has been shown
throughout the country to be a positive and useful tool for neighborhood
revitalization – as historic districts stabilize property
values, foster civic involvement and pride and enrich the quality
of life for both residents and visitors.
HDC’s mission of protecting the integrity
of the Landmarks Law and furthering the preservation ethic is integral
to ensuring the continued success of preservation in New York City
and the Friends of the Historic Districts Council provide vital
support for all our programs and activities. Friends are HDC’s
link to New York’s historic neighborhoods. They provide the
human foundation for our advocacy efforts and are the core constituency
for our educational programming.
Friends of the Historic Districts Council receive
many benefits, including:
- Free or reduced admission to educational programs
throughout the year, including our annual Preservation Conference
Series, neighborhood panels, and individual lectures.
- “Friends Only” tours and parties
with other preservation enthusiasts like you.
- Technical and advocacy support from HDC on preservation
issues that are meaningful to you. Simply pick up the phone and
call us with your concerns!
- Recognition in our newsletter District Lines,
program books, and the annual report.
The Historic Districts Council is the voice for all your favorite
historic neighborhoods. By supporting the Historic Districts Council
and becoming a Friend, you help ensure that we will be able to continue
to educate, to assist, to monitor and to advocate for historic districts
and the preservation law that protects them.
To become a friend of the
Historic Districts Council click the button below.
Friend membership in HDC starts at $50, but any donation amount is
greatly appreciated.
Click
here to join our mailing list or call 212-614-9107 to request
more information.
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