New Jersey Historic Trust facts for kids
Seal, State of New Jersey
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| Formed | June 30, 1999 |
| Type | Historic preservation |
| Jurisdiction | State of New Jersey |
| Headquarters | Trenton, New Jersey |
| Annual budget | $8.2 million |
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| Parent department | Department of Community Affairs |
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The New Jersey Historic Trust is an important group in New Jersey. It was started by the state government in 1967. Its main job is to help protect and save New Jersey's old and special places. These places are called historic resources. The current leader of the Historic Trust is Dorothy P. Guzzo.
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Why Save Old Places?
Saving historic places is super important! These old buildings, sites, and objects tell us about the past. They show us how people lived long ago. They can teach us about important events and famous people from history. By keeping them safe, we help future generations learn about their heritage. It's like a giant history book you can walk through!
How the Trust Helps Preserve History
The New Jersey Historic Trust offers different ways to help people and groups save historic properties. They provide money and support through several special programs. These programs make sure that New Jersey's history stays alive and well.
Grants for Historic Buildings
- The Garden State Historic Preservation Trust Fund gives out money called grants. These grants help pay for big projects. This includes fixing, restoring, or updating historic buildings. The money helps make sure these old places are safe and look good again.
Loans for Historic Properties
- The Revolving Loan Fund offers special loans. These loans have low interest rates and a long time to pay them back. People can use this money to fix up, restore, or even buy historic properties. It's a great way to get the funds needed for big preservation jobs.
Help for Emergencies
- The Emergency Grant and Loan Fund is for urgent situations. Sometimes, a historic building might be in danger. It could be damaged by a storm or falling apart. This fund provides smaller grants and loans quickly. It helps with emergency repairs to save these important places.
Support for Cultural Groups
- The Cultural Trust Capital Preservation Grant Program helps groups that focus on history or culture. If these groups own historic buildings, they can get grants. This money helps them repair, restore, or update their properties. It ensures these cultural centers can keep sharing history with everyone.
See also
- New Jersey Historical Society
- New Jersey Register of Historic Places
- National Register of Historic Places listings in New Jersey
- List of the oldest buildings in New Jersey
- National Trust for Historic Preservation
