heritage development reports. Heritage development reports identify and assess the preservation needs of a group of historic resources defined by geography or theme. The reports provide recommendations for more fully utilizing these heritage assets to tell a community’s unique story and to create new economic development opportunities.
physical condition assessment and restoration recommendations. A physical conditions assessment usually focuses on a specific historic structure, providing the property owner with an analysis of its current condition and maintenance or repair needs. If applicable, the report may also provide recommendations and priorities for restoration or adaptive use.
historic structures reports (HSR). Historic structures reports follow a standard format to more comprehensively document a historic structure's history, condition, and maintenance. The information in these reports guides project architects as they make decisions on restoration/removal of historic fabric and on period of restoration, as recommended in the “Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.”
site development plans. Site development plans assist those managing historic properties by identifying its significance, providing interpretation recommendations, and analyzing other preservation needs. Included may be guidelines for small museums, collections management policy, and/or a furnishings report.
surveys of historic resources. Historic surveys provide an inventory of significant resources. Surveys are often the first step in historic preservation efforts, providing a comprehensive basis for all future planning decisions and possible National Register nominations.
National Register nominations. Properties may be nominated for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, a federal recognition program administered by the National Park Service. Listing may qualify the property for specific preservation benefits and incentives.
National Register multiple property submissions (MPS). A multiple property submission (MPS) is a thematic group listing in the National Register of Historic Places. It consists of related properties connected by geography or resource type. The cover document establishes the basis of eligibility for these related properties. Once approved, individual nominations that fall within the established criteria may be added.
tourism publications. Driving tours, brochures, historic markers, and Web sites are some of the many tools used to promote a community’s history and tell its story to residents and visitors alike.
exhibits. Exhibits can be designed to accommodate varying budgets and space constraints. Some are intended to be traveling exhibits while others are permanent.
video and audio scripts. Documentary films and driving tours provide further opportunities to reach tourist and residents through public television, cable access television, chamber of commerce, and convention and visitor bureaus.
teacher curricula and workshops. Lesson plans and workshops using the Tennessee Department of Education’s Social Studies curriculum provide K-12 educators with tools for using local history.
conferences and symposia. The CHP develops educational programming and regularly make presentations on a range of historic preservation and history topics. The CHP is also a frequent sponsor of historic preservation and history conferences.
information clearinghouse. If you are not sure who to contact, email us or call us at (615) 898-2947. We will be happy to point you in the right direction.
