The Kentucky Heritage Council is excited to announce the 2025 Kentucky Historic Preservation Conference will be held on May 15-16, 2025 in Newport, Ky. This year’s theme, “Pillars of Preservation: Supporting a Stronger Kentucky,” will serve as a platform to explore the essential foundations of historic preservation in our state – protection, identification, development, and advocacy. The conference will focus on these topics, offering valuable insight through keynote speakers, educational sessions, panel discussions, and off-site tours.
This two-day event is brought to you through a partnership with the City of Newport, the City of Covington, and the Boone County Historic Preservation Review Board and will be an invaluable opportunity to connect with preservation professionals, gain practical knowledge, and explore the dynamic heritage of Northern Kentucky.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative event!
Attendees will gain insight into:
• Successful preservation strategies
• Innovative practices
• Emerging trends critical to preserving Kentucky’s rich heritage while fostering growth and sustainability
• Ample networking opportunities for professionals and preservationists to collaborate
Keynote Speakers
The conference will feature two nationally renowned speakers:
• Joseph McGill, founder of the Slave Dwelling Project, shares insights on preserving sites tied to African American history.
• Holly Wiedemann, founder of AU Associates, Inc., known for innovative adaptive reuse projects across Kentucky.
Offsite Tours
Attendees will also have the unique opportunity to experience guided tours of significant regional sites, including:
• Newport Barracks & Evergreen Cemetery – Newport, KY
• Dinsmore Homestead – Boone County, KY
• Covington Academy of Heritage Trades – Covington, KY
• Local Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Project Tour – Newport & Covington, KY
Registration is required. Register on our website,
https://heritage.ky.gov/education-and-outreach/conferences/Pages/Historic-Preservation-Conference.aspx
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