Advisory Council on Historic Preservation

Under the National Historic Preservation Act, Native Hawaiian organizations are afforded the opportunity to participate in the national historic preservation program. This policy sets forth principles that guide ACHP interaction with Native Hawaiian organizations as it carries out its responsibilities under the NHPA. It also provides guidance to the ACHP and its staff and serves as the foundation for ACHP policies and procedures affecting Native Hawaiian issues.

The history of the United States is enhanced by the people who make up this nation.

These Are the Preservationists in Your Neighborhood There are many different professions that make up the whole of historic preservation work and a diverse array of people are part of the preservation community. Below, you will find a variety of professions, regions of the country, and people who work in historic preservation. Participants were asked questions about their own backgrounds and professional endeavors and what they were currently working on. Also, they answered what they feel is important for preserving heritage in their community.

Chris Pattillo: Landscape Architect, Oakland, California What led you to the preservation field?

Renee S. Novak, Field Director, Preservation Maryland

Steve T. Phan, Historian and Park Ranger

In the Section 106 context, the term “sacred sites” is sometimes used as shorthand for historic properties of religious and cultural significance to Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. As with other kinds of properties, sacred sites must be eligible for the National Register of Historic Places in order to be considered in the Section 106 process.

Dennis Arguelles, Los Angeles Program Manager, National Parks Conservation Association; Former Director of Programs for Search To Involve Pilipino Americans

D. Rae Gould, Ph.D.: Former ACHP Native American Program Specialist

Molly Kerr, Founding Director History Revealed, Inc.