Building on the Historic and Cultural Foundations of Nebraska: The State Historic Preservation Plan for Nebraska 2007-2011

Introduction: "In 1992 the Nebraska State Legislature authorized the 'Nebraska Task Force on Historic Preservation' to conduct a two-year study of preservation issues and needs in the state. The task force concluded its study and released its report of historic preservation issues and recommendations, entitled: 'Nebraska Task Force on Historic Preservation: Strategies for Preserving the Historic and Cultural Foundations of Nebraska.' The report was presented to the Governor and Legislature and distributed to wide audiences. The report by the Nebraska Task Force on Historic Preservation was subsequently adopted as Nebraska's 'State Historic Preservation Plan', a requirement of Nebraska's participation in federal programs under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Since that time it has guided the work of historic preservation statewide. After ten years of application, the Nebraska State Historic Preservation Plan is now revised and updated for the years 2007-2011." Toward a Preservation Ethic - A Vision for Historic Preservation in Nebraska: "The goal of Nebraska's State Preservation Plan is to guide historic preservation as shared value, a preservation ethic in our state, and one that has relevance to addressing contemporary issues. This plan sets forth a vision for historic preservation in Nebraska: 'In the revitalization of rural communities, opportunities will be found for Nebraska's main streets by rehabilitation older buildings, developing tourism, and fostering local pride by preserving the unique personality of smaller communities. In reviving Nebraska's urban centers and neighborhoods, historic preservation will bring together old and new in the planning and progress of cities. In enhancing Nebraska's quality of life, opportunities will be recognized in the preservation of important sites and rural landscapes, in providing quality and affordable housing by redeveloping historic buildings and in educating present and future generations by preserving historic places as living parts of all communities.' Nebraska's State Historic Preservation Plan is dedicated to addressing the challenges and identifying the opportunities for historic preservation in Nebraska." Project funding was provided in part by a Historic Preservation Fund grant to History Nebraska administered by the State, Tribal, Local Plans and Grants division, National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.

Building on the Historic and Cultural Foundations of Nebraska: The State Historic Preservation Plan for Nebraska 2007-2011

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