Who We Are
OUR BELIEF: Nantucket's historic architectural is a unique and valuable asset that is a very important part of what makes the island special.
OUR GOAL: To preserve our architectural heritage for present and future generations to enjoy.
OUR PROGRAMS: Aim to educate, inspire and encourage historic preservation across the island.
OUR HOPE: That you will join us in working to preserve our past for the future.
OUR MISSION:To educate and encourage property owners as to what is possible to preserve and protect the historical elements of their properties and to raise awareness of the community about the value of and need for historic architectural preservation.
How We Are Unique
We are not a regulatory body
The NPT is an independent, membership-based organization concerned about the Island’s historic architecture. We provide programs that explore the architecture and history of our buildings, and increase appreciation of the importance and fragility of these resources. Of special concern are Nantucket’s historic interiors that are not protected by the local government and are threatened by insensitive “gut rehabs”.
Our focus is architectural heritage
Other island non-profit organizations focus on the island’s history, its flora and fauna and its open spaces, but there is no other organization whose primary concern is preservation of Nantucket’s unique historic resources. Paradoxically for a place so steeped in history, no other organization on island has such a charge, and at present no other charge is so important.
Working to prevent architectural destruction
Although preserving the texture and appearance of our historic buildings is central to Nantucket’s economic and social appeal, the affluence of the past decade has posed new threats to the very basis of that appeal. The issue of “gut rehab” threatens historic homes. Each year scores of historic buildings are altered without considering the irreplaceable architectural qualities that led to the Nantucket’s designation as a National Historic Landmark.
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