Navigating the federal Historic Tax Credit (HTC) process can be complex, but it’s a powerful tool for revitalizing historic buildings. This guide offers practical tips for crafting a compelling HTC proposal—from understanding preservation standards to telling a strong historic story and documenting qualified expenses effectively.
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Caguana Indigenous Ceremonial Park (Centro Ceremonial Indígena Caguana)
Explore the rich legacy of the Classic Tainos in Puerto Rico and the greater Caribbean, from ancient ceremonial sites like Caguana to enduring linguistic and cultural influences—underscoring the urgent need to preserve these vital Indigenous heritages.
Casa Roig Musuem, Humacao, Puerto Rico
Discover the unexpected reach of the Prairie School movement in the Caribbean through Casa Roig in Humacao, Puerto Rico—a 1920 masterpiece by Antonin Nechodoma, blending Frank Lloyd Wright’s influence with local heritage.
Christiansted National Historic Site, Christiansted, St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
Christiansted National Historic Site in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, preserves a powerful legacy of Danish colonialism, African labor, and Caribbean resilience through its meticulously preserved 18th-century structures and complex history shaped by trade, architecture, and cultural transformation.
Hasbrouck House, Newburgh, New York
The Hasbrouck House in Newburgh, New York—George Washington’s Revolutionary War headquarters—became the first designated historic site in the U.S. in 1850, marking the nation’s earliest documented preservation effort and a lasting symbol of American heritage.
Beracha Veshalom Vegmiluth Hasidim Synagogue (St. Thomas Synagogue)
Built in 1833, the Beracha Veshalom Vegemiluth Hasadim Synagogue—also known as the St. Thomas Synagogue—is the second oldest in North America and the oldest in continuous use. Constructed by Sephardic Jews seeking refuge from persecution, the synagogue honors centuries of religious freedom, resilience, and tradition in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
ACL Railroad Station, Mount Dora, Florida
The Old Mount Dora A.C.L. Railroad Station, built in 1915, was the town’s third depot. Constructed for $8,000, it served the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad. After passenger service ended in 1950, freight continued until 1973. Now housing the Chamber of Commerce, it was added to the National Register in 1992.
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