HISTORIC PRESERVATION
IN THE SPOTLIGHT:

Recently, the Pennsylvania Works! Campaign conducted two independent studies that reviewed the economic benefits of preserving the historic buildings in Pennsylvania's two largest metropolitan areas. One was conducted in cooperation with the Preservation Alliance of Philadelphia and the other with the Young Preservationists Association of Pittsburgh. Both studies were for the years 2004-2009.

The goal of the studies was to examine the impact the Federal Historic Preservation Investment Tax Credit program has had on the communities. In addition, the Pittsburgh report looked at the "Top Ten Best Preservation Opportunities" list, which is compiled every year, and the impact the Main and Elm Street programs have had on local communities.

The results of both studies proves that preserving our historic buildings and our civic cultural landmarks generates jobs, brings fresh investment to our communities and improves the quality of life in our towns and neighborhoods.

Please read the full reports from southwestern and southeastern Pennsylvania. We think you'll agree that preserving historic buildings in our communities provides a long-lasting return on taxpayer investment.


The Pennsylvania Works! campaign is built on the common interest of our citizens to improve our economic opportunities and enhance the things we value. Our plans work to build lasting prosperity, through efficient and innovative use of public resources, and create significant and accountable return on taxpayer investments.

In some cases, we need to update our laws and policies. In some cases, we need to change how people in power think and act on issues. And in all cases, we need to open up our government to the voices of the people.

There really is only one way forward for Pennsylvania – in a strong partnership of citizens, state and local governments, private investors, and public interest and community organizations … all of us, working in Pennsylvania.

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