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The word preservation is a noun. Preservation means (1) the activity of protecting something from loss or danger, (2) an occurrence of improvement by virtue of preventing loss or injury or other change, (3) a process that saves organic substances from decay, (4) the condition of being (well or ill) preserved.
The following articles and web pages elaborate on the word preservation.
- Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation is an independent Federal agency that promotes the preservation, enhancement, and productive use of our Nation's historic resources and advises the President and Congress on national historic preservation policy.
https://www.achp.gov/
- American Museum of Photography
A virtual museum with online exhibitions and photograph collections. Includes listing of photographic processes and a section on preservation. The Museum Bookstore provides current photography titles and art posters.
https://www.photographymuseum.com/
- Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America
The ABAA strives to promote ethical standards and professionalism in the antiquarian book trade, to encourage the collecting and preservation of rare and antiquarian books and related materials, to support educational programs and research into the study of rare books, and to facilitate collegial relations between booksellers, librarians, scholars, and collectors.
https://www.abaa.org/
- American Political Items Collectors (APIC)
The APIC is a non-profit membership organization, dedicated to promoting the collection, preservation and study of materials relating to political campaigns and the U.S. presidency. Founded in 1945, the APIC serves a growing hobby. Its membership includes collectors and enthusiasts from all walks of life and every occupation.
https://www.apic.us/
- The Ephemera Society of America
Ephemera includes a broad range of everyday documents that are intended for one-time or short-term use. The Ephemera Society of America, Inc. is a non-profit organization formed in 1980 to cultivate interest in ephemera and its history; to further the understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of ephemera; to promote the collection, preservation, exhibition, and research of ephemeral materials; and to serve as a link among collectors, dealers, institutions, and scholars.
https://www.ephemerasociety.org/
The following articles provide recent preservation-related news.
- How Historical Grants Are Upgrading 50 Restaurants A Year
These $50,000 National Trust for Historic Preservation grants aim to strengthen these restaurants, update their buildings, which have some historical connection, and lead to increased revenue.
By Gary Stern, Contributor. Forbes. Tuesday, 02 Sep 2025 11:15:05 -0400.
- A Landmarks Chair Bows Out, After Preserving 1,437 Sites
Sarah Carroll is retiring from running the Landmarks Preservation Commission, where she worked to preserve buildings in overlooked neighborhoods.
James Barron. New York Times. Friday, 08 Aug 2025 14:53:39 +0000.
- Under Trump, the future of U.S. Latino history preservation is uncertain
Less than 1% of sites listed in the National Register of Historic Places reflect Latino history. The Smithsonian Institute and Latinos in Heritage Conservation are working to keep that number from shrinking.
Andrea Flores. Los Angeles Times. Wednesday, 30 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT.
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