Welcome to Historic Saint Paul

Historic Saint Paul is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve, protect and enhance the historic character of Saint Paul neighborhoods. We work in partnership with private owners, community organizations and public agencies to leverage Saint Paul’s cultural and historic resources as assets in economic development and community building initiatives.

Visit our Newsroom for a brief summary of our 2009 program highlights.

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Vote for your favorite Saint Paul Landmark!
and Register to win a free night at Saint Paul’s historic Hotel 340
(formerly the Saint Paul Athletic Club).

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Free Design in the NORTH END - July 27, 5:30 - 8:00 pm

In an effort to reach out to Saint Paul neighborhoods and generate interest in the preservation of Saint Paul’s historic building stock, Historic Saint Paul (HSP) hosts Free Design sessions throughout the year. The sessions offer residents an opportunity to consult with professional architects to discuss their house style, and potential exterior projects to enhance the appeal of their homes.

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Discovering your house style: Frogtown

Learn about historic housing styles in Frogtown!

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Tour Saint Paul: Dayton's Bluff

Tour Saint Paul: Dayton’s Bluff
Audio Walking Tour of Dayton’s Bluff
Heritage Preservation District

Historic Saint Paul is trying something new!
Please download our audio walking tour files, and enjoy an architectural tour of the Dayton’s Bluff Heritage Preservation District. Click on samples files for a preview and download attached files below:

Upcoming Events

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Foreclosure Response: Opportunities for the Rehabilitation of Older and Historic Properties
Friday, July 30, 2010 - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Room 317 Landmark Center

Rehabilitating older and historic housing has many community benefits and personal rewards, but also poses significant technical, financial, and regulatory challenges.

Greg Donofrio will present innovative policies and best practices currently used in other cities to facilitate the rehabilitation of abandoned and neglected housing.