The National Historic Preservation Act requires federal agencies to consult with the Idaho State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) during the planning of any federal action that may endanger cultural resources. The role of the SHPO in federal project review is to reflect the interests of the State and its citizens in the preservation of Idaho's rich cultural heritage. This process provides an important planning function by assisting federal agencies in the recognition and protection of sites, buildings, and structures that are important to Idaho's past. Read more »
Members of Preservation Idaho receive a quarterly electronic newsletter, which will be published in this section of our website. The newsletter includes updates on our advocacy and education efforts and the latest preservation news in Idaho. Each issue will also feature an in depth narrative of a historic building in Idaho. Read more »
As we develop historical narratives of Idaho buildings, people and communities for our quarterly member newsletter, we will include the full text in this section of the website. Read more »
