Historic Preservation

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• Eric Sloane Museum, Kent

  Explore the studio of one of Connecticut’s most renowned artists and authors, discover the real story behind the "Diary of an Early American Boy" and marvel at Sloane’s collection of early American hand tools.

• Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine, East Granby

  Explore the unique and complex history of the Nation's first chartered copper mine and first state prison.

• Survey and Planning Grants

  Discover a variety of grants and programs that support planning and development for historic preservation projects.

• Historic Homes Rehabilitation Tax Credit

  Homeowners can apply for a 30% return of up to $30,000 on the rehabilitation of their historic home listed on the State or National Register of Historic Places.

• Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit

  Learn how to qualify and apply for a 25% state tax credit on expenses used to rehabilitate a certified historic structure.

• Archaeological Preserves

  See what it takes to qualify an area as a State Archaeological Preserve. Find a list of currently designated preserves.

• Environmental Review Process

  Learn how the state helps evaluate the environmental impact of a proposed project on a historic resource.

• Historical Contexts

  Read or download the SHPO's regional survey contexts.

• May 4 2022

• July 7 2021

• May 3, 2017

• March 1, 2017

• April 6 2022

• June 2 2021

• October 5, 2017