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The mission of the Historic Resources Committee (HRC) is to identify, understand, and preserve architectural heritage, both nationally and internationally. HRC is engaged in promoting the role of the historic architect within the profession through the development of information and knowledge among members, allied professional organizations, and the public.

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Why Document Historic Resources?: An Online Exhibit by HABS/HAER/HALS

  • 1.  Why Document Historic Resources?: An Online Exhibit by HABS/HAER/HALS

    Posted 04-18-2019 09:49 AM
    Dear Preservationists:
    Since the destructive fire occurred at Notre Dame, historic preservation and cultural heritage have been a subjects being discussed world-wide. Yesterday, staff from the National Park Service's Heritage Documentation Programs (HABS/HAER/HALS) and Cultural Resources GIS Program created a timely, online exhibit, highlighting the importance of comprehensive cultural heritage documentation - especially before disaster strikes.
    View the online exhibit: "Why Document Historic Resources?" at https://go.nps.gov/1fmc2e

    Notre Dame Cathedral on Fire, April 2019.

    ABOUT HERITAGE DOCUMENTATION PROGRAMS, NATIONAL PARK SERVICE 
    Search the HABS/HAER/HALS Collections: http://www.loc.gov/pictures/collection/hh/


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    Robert Arzola
    HABS Architect and Holland Prize Coordinator
    Heritage Documentation Programs (HABS/HAER/HALS)
    National Park Service
    Washington DC
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    AIA24 HRC luncheon Thursday 6 / 12:00 -2 pm