About Us

Celebrating 80 Years of Protecting the Irreplaceable

Founded in 1931 as the Society for the Preservation of Maryland Antiquities, Preservation Maryland is dedicated to preserving Maryland's historic buildings, neighborhoods, landscapes, and archaeological sites through outreach, funding, and advocacy.

Among America’s first statewide historic preservation organizations, Preservation Maryland is now among the largest. Our members and supporters are active in communities throughout the state and beyond. To become a member or to make a contribution to Preservation Maryland, click here.

Preservation Maryland is certified by the Maryland Association of Non-Profit Organizations Standard for Excellence and has received the National Trust for Historic Preservation Trustees’ Award for Organizational Excellence.