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Historic Preservation Conference

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Pillars of Preservation: Supporting a Stronger Kentucky

May 15-16, 2025 | Newport, Kentucky​

The Kentucky Heritage Council is excited to partner with the Newport Foundation and the City of Newport to host the 2025 Historic Preservation Conference in Newport, KY. This year's theme, “Pillars of Preservation: Supporting a Stronger Kentucky," will serve as a platform to explore the essential foundations of historic preservation in our state – protection, identification, development, and advocacy. ​​​​​​

The 2 day conference will provide a comprehensive exploration of these topics, offering valuable insight through keynote speakers, educational sessions, panel discussions, and off-site tours. Attendees will gain insight into successful preservation strategies, innovative practices, and emerging trends that are critical to preserving Kentucky’s rich heritage while fostering growth and sustainability. In addition to the educational content, the conference will offer ample networking opportunities for professionals and preservationists to collaborate.

Registration will be opening in January 2025.

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​The Kentucky Heritage Council is excited to partner with the City of Newport, with cooperation from Boone County and the City of Covington ​​to host the 2025 Historic Preservation Conference. This year's theme, “Pillars of Preservation: Supporting a Stronger Kentucky," will serve as a platform to explore the essential foundations of historic preservation in our state – protection, identification, development, and advocacy. ​​​​​​

The 2 day conference will provide a comprehensive exploration of these topics, offering valuable insight through keynote speakers, educational sessions, panel discussions, and off-site tours. Attendees will gain insight into successful preservation strategies, innovative practices, and emerging trends that are critical to preserving Kentucky’s rich heritage while fostering growth and sustainability. In addition to the educational content, the conference will offer ample networking opportunities for professionals and preservationists to collaborate.


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​​​​Northern Kentucky Restoration Weekend is a separate event from the Historic Preservation Conference, but we highly encourage you to attend while you're in the area!


​Full Conference Registration - includes educational sessions, off site tours, boxed lunch on Thursday and Friday. 

  • $175/per attendee

One Day Conference Registration (Thursday or Friday) - includes educational sessions, off site tours, 1 boxed lunch. ​

  • $90/per attendee​​


Register & Pay Online


You will be taken to GiveButter to complete your registration and payment. 
Need to pay by check?

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Fill out the form and mail with a check as instructed.
 

​​​​​​Accommodations

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​Hampton Inn & Suites Newport/Cincinna​ti is offering a special rate of $225/night to our conference attendees. Book by April 30th to guarantee ​your rate. Group Rate: "KY Heritage Council"
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​Other Places to Stay in Northern Kentucky​​


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​There's more to see after the conference! Stick around for the Northern Kentucky R​estoration Weekend, Saturday, May 17th! 


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