The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach

During 2022-2023 season, the Preservation Foundation launched the public phase of a $30 million campaign to revitalize the 20-acre Phipps Ocean Park, with a design by renowned landscape architect Raymond Jungles and award-winning architectural firm Fairfax & Sammons, that relocates the Little Red Schoolhouse to the heart of the park surrounding it with new, vernacular architecture and restored ecosystems of native plants; and published the first children's book on architect Addison Mizner with author Bob Forbes and illustrator Barbara McClintock.During 2021-2022 season, the Preservation Foundation: published with Rizzoli, the first monograph on architect Marion Sims Wyeth, Marion Sims Wyeth, From Palm Beach to Shangri La, (Continues on Schedule O) whose architectural collection is conserved in the Foundation's archives; funded a study on the impact of landmarking on property values by leading preservation economist Donovan Rypkema; opened its first satellite exhibition on architect John Volk at the Royal Poinciana Plaza; premiered the first documentary on the restoration of a landmarked estate titled "La Claridad; and launched a new series called "The Craftsmen" which promotes local craftspeople and educates the community on trades such as woodworking and cast stone. The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach is dedicated to preserving the architectural and cultural heritage and the unique quality of the Town of Palm Beach. Through advocacy initiatives, educational programs, architectural resources, and cultural events, the Foundation's goal is to encourage the community to learn about and save the historic sites that truly make Palm Beach special. Since 1980, the Preservation Foundation has undertaken numerous projects throughout the island that protect the heritage and enhance the beauty of Palm Beach. Millions of dollars have been raised to preserve and restore historic resources like Sea Gull Cottage and Town Hall. Projects such as Pan's Garden have fostered a deeper appreciation for the island's botanical heritage. Most recently, the beautification project at Bradley Park transformed a 4.4-acre public park located on the town's historic main street. Along with special exhibitions and publications that advance scholarship in the history of Palm Beach, the Preservation Foundation offers educational programs that serve 6,000 students annually. Heritage Education outreach programs teach the concept of learning about the history and culture of the community through the medium of local architecture. Field trips to Pan's Garden and the Little Red Schoolhouse create immersive experiences that engage the next generation of stewards.