Program areas at Greater Houston Preservation Alliance Inc Preservation Houston
Historic Preservation Education: Throughout the year, Preservation Houston offers a variety of in-person and virtual lectures, presentations, open houses and tours designed to educate participants about the benefits and value of historic preservation and instill a preservation ethic. A selection of books for adults and children on Houston, Texas history and architecture, urbanism and historic preservation are offered for sale.
Cornerstone Dinner/Good Brick Awards presentation: Preservation Houston annually presents Good Brick Awards to recognize outstanding contributiions to the preservation, restoration and enhancement of Houston's historic buildings. The event celebrates and educates about the benefits of historic preservation and the quality of life improvements that impact all residents of the city.
Technical Guidance: Preservation Houston's professionally degreed staff preservationist advocates for historic preservation on a personal level by offering technical assistance and advice to homeowners, neighborhood groups, media, realtors, developers, architects, and other interested parties about the benefits of historic preservation through landmark designation, historic district creation and the re-use of buildings for aesthitic, economic, quality of life and environmental benefits.
Good Brick Tour: This annual event gives the public an opportunity to explore outstanding award-winning examples of historic preservation.
Annual Member meeting and program: Preservation Houston members gather to learn about the organization's impact during the year.
Pier and Beam Future Landmark Awards presentation: Preservation Houston's next-generation preservationists share a passion for Houston's architecture