A View to the Future: A Comprehensive Historic Preservation Plan for Idaho, 2002

Watts, Donald; Fritchman, Fred

Introduction: "As the Gem State moves into the 21st Century, many decisions are being made in both the public and private sectors which affect our historic resources. Government is being redefined, population is growing, and economic forces are challenging some traditional industries and greatly expanding others. Idaho's heritage is reflected not only in the history books and museums, but also in the architecture of our buildings, the sites of significant historic events, and the archaeological record of early peoples. Historic significance is not only defined as that of importance to the United States or to Idaho, but also at the local level of county, city, Native American tribal groups, and community. It is a heritage we all share. This plan is an attempt to articulate a long-range vision for identifying, evaluating, formally recognizing, and protecting Idaho's historic places. No single entity, whether public or private, can do all that needs to be done. It is hoped that this plan will provide a general framework and coordination tool to assist property owners, private developers, government agencies, or anyone involved in decision-making that could affect our historic resources. Our history was made by the people of the past; it belongs to the people of the future. It is our responsibility to ensure that our actions here in the present build the bridge to link the two." Project funding was provided by a Historic Preservation Fund grant to the Idaho State Historic Preservation Office, Idaho State Historical Society, administered by the State, Tribal, Local Plans and Grants division, National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.

A View to the Future: A Comprehensive Historic Preservation Plan for Idaho, 2002

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