2011 HUD Secretary's Historic Preservation Award Program Announced

The National Trust for Historic Preservation and HUD are inviting nominations for the 2011 HUD Secretary's Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation. This award recognizes the recipient for success in advancing the goals of historic preservation while providing affordable housing and/or expanded economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income families and individuals. Nominated projects or activities are judged for the successes they have achieved in preserving, rehabilitating, restoring, and interpreting our architectural and cultural heritage.

Any project, agency, individual, or organization involved in historic preservation is eligible to receive the award. Nominated projects must have been completed within the past three years. Submissions must be submitted electronically no later than February 17, 2011. Award announcements and presentations will be made during the National Preservation Conference to be held October 19–22, 2011 in Buffalo, New York. Click here to view the award criteria or to apply.