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About Us

Who We Are

We are a community of preservationists focused on advocacy, education, investment, and engagement. We are passionate about our heritage and serve as guardians to the places that make Knoxville a dynamic and thriving place to live, work, and visit.

Our Vision

To preserve our irreplaceable architectural heritage as an investment in Knoxville’s future.

Our Mission

To protect Knoxville’s unique character for future generations by preserving, restoring, and transforming historically significant structures and places.

Our Core Values

PROACTIVE – To be energetic, creative, and results-driven, providing resources and solutions which promote active preservation in our community.

COLLABORATIVE – To seek varied perspectives and experiences to amplify the voices of our neighbors so we can achieve common goals and pass our history onto future generations.

ACCOUNTABLE – To be honest, transparent, and open to feedback as we explore pathways to preserve historic places while acknowledging the needs of our growing city.

IMPACTFUL – To serve as innovative, effective, and careful stewards of our resources to create results that lead to lasting positive change in the community.