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Preservation Long Island to Host Historic Preservation Workshop
on April 17, 2025 in Cold Spring Harbor
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Preservation Long Island and experts from the New York State Historic Preservation Office and the Preservation League of New York State, will lead a free, day-long workshop exploring the tools, funding, and resources available to help preserve historic places across Long Island.
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Cold Spring Harbor, New York— Join Preservation Long Island and top experts from the New York State Historic Preservation Office and the Preservation League of New York State for a free, day-long introductory workshop about the many resources available for preserving historic places.
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Do you own a historic home or commercial property? Is your community facing the threat of losing culturally or architecturally significant sites? Need funding for a preservation project? Whether you’re a homeowner, property manager, community advocate, or simply passionate about historic preservation, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical guidance for accessing preservation-related resources.
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Workshop topics include:
- How to get properties listed on the State & National Register and what it means
- How to navigate the NYS Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Accessing residential & commercial tax credits
- Applying for preservation grants
- Navigating local landmark designation
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Learn the essential steps for recognizing and protecting historic properties, including how to obtain State and National Register listings, access residential and commercial tax credits, apply for preservation grants, and pursue local landmark designation. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with experts for tips and tools to navigate the resources available to all Long Islanders; from historic property owners and businesses, to nonprofits and municipalities. Workshop attendees may participate in individual sessions or the full-day of programming.
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Historic Preservation Workshop Event Details
Date and Time: Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Preservation Long Island Headquarters Gallery in the Old Methodist Church
161 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Tickets: https://preservationlongisland.org/historic-preservation-101-workshop/
General Admission: Free
General Admission plus Box Lunch*: $12
*Lunch includes a sandwich, chips, and bottled water. Deadline for this ticket is Friday, April 11 at noon.
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Historic Preservation Workshop Full Day Schedule:
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8:30 – 9:00 AM – Registration & Coffee
9:00 – 10:30 AM – Navigating the NY Cultural Resource Information System (CRIS), listing structures on the State and National Register
10:30 – 11:30 AM – Preservation League of NY State: Grants & Services
11:30 – 12:30 PM – Lunch Break
12:30 – 1:30 PM – Residential Tax Credits for Homeowners
1:30 – 2:30 – Commercial Tax Credits
2:30 – 2:45 PM: Break
2:45 – 4:00 PM: Local Landmarking: Process and Contacts
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Workshop Presenter Biographies:
Tara Cubie is the Preservation Director of Preservation Long Island. She leads preservation initiatives across Long Island, raising awareness about historic preservation, managing preservation programs, and providing technical assistance to communities and individuals. Tara works closely with local organizations and municipalities to support preservation efforts and strengthen advocacy networks. She holds an MS in Historic Preservation and an MS in Urban Planning from Columbia University.
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Molly Donahue is a Historic Site Restoration Coordinator in the Incentives & Planning Unit at the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. She reviews projects for Long Island, New York City, and Mid-Hudson regions. Molly holds an M.S. in Architectural Conservation from the University of Edinburgh.
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Jeff Ivannone is a Historic Preservation Program Analyst in the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the Survey and National Register representative for New York City and Long Island. He holds a PhD in American Studies from the University at Buffalo and a MA in Historic Preservation Planning and LGBT Studies from Cornell University.
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Theresa Moriarty works in the Technical Services Unit of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. She has been with OPRHP since May of 2024, and reviews projects from Long Island and the North Country. Theresa holds a Bachelor of Architecture and a M.S. in Construction Management from Virginia Tech.
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Janna Rudler is the Grants and Technical Services Manager at the Preservation League of New York State. Janna advises individuals, communities, non-profits and municipalities in achieving their preservation goals, offering technical support and referrals, and oversees the League’s grant programs. Janna holds a BA in Anthropology from Binghamton University and a Master of Arts in History Museum Studies from the Cooperstown Graduate Program.
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Support
The “Preservation 101” Historic Preservation Workshop is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
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The Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation provides generous support for the Preservation League’s Technical Assistance and Preserve NY programs, regrants of the New York State Council on the Arts. The Gardiner Foundation’s support also enables the League to provide its unique brand of technical expertise and preservation know-how to historic preservation initiatives on Long Island.
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Preservation Long Island
Preservation Long Island is the not-for-profit regional advocate for historic preservation on Long Island. Our mission is to celebrate and preserve Long Island’s diverse cultural and architectural heritage through advocacy, education, and stewardship of historic sites and collections.
https://preservationlongisland.org/
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Working to raise awareness, appreciation, and support for the protection of a shared past, our program areas include: interpreting historic sites; collecting art and material culture pertaining to Long Island history; creating publications and exhibits; and providing direct support and technical assistance to individuals and groups engaged in local preservation efforts.
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Preservation Long Island’s preservation advocacy services support the work of individuals and our local partners in communities across the region. We offer consultation and strategic guidance for those seeking help with local preservation projects, including historic resource surveys, local landmark designation, National Register listing, and restoration or adaptive reuse of historic buildings.
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Preservation Long Island also maintains and interprets four historic sites, including the collections housed within each:
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Joseph Lloyd Manor, Lloyd Harbor
Custom House, Sag Harbor
Sherwood-Jayne Farm, Setauket
Old Methodist Church and Exhibition Gallery, Cold Spring Harbor
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New York State Historic Preservation Office
New York’s State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) helps communities identify, evaluate, preserve, and revitalize their historic, archeological, and cultural resources. The SHPO administers programs authorized by both the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the New York State Historic Preservation Act of 1980. These programs, including the Statewide Historic Resources Survey, the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places, the federal historic rehabilitation tax credit, the Certified Local Government program, the state historic preservation grants program, state and federal environmental review, and a wide range of technical assistance, are provided through a network of teams assigned to territories across the state.
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Preservation League New York State
The Preservation League of New York State empowers all New Yorkers to use historic preservation to enrich their communities, protect their heritage, and build a sustainable future. Since our founding in 1974, the Preservation League has built a reputation for action and effectiveness. Our goal has been to preserve our historic buildings, districts, and landscapes to build a better New York, one community at a time.
https://www.preservenys.org/about
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161 Main Street, P.O. Box 148
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Tel 631.692.4664
preservationlongisland.org
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