National Register Guide Episode 2: The Function of the National Register of Historic Places
Channel: National Trust for Historic Preservation
Date: 2015-07-07

As fantastic as it is, the National Register of Historic Places can get a little confusing -- even for a seasoned pro. But fear not, because the National Trust for Historic Preservation has teamed up with Jim Gabbert, a historian with the National Park Service, to create our National Register of Historic Places Guide.

The first episode of our National Register of Historic Places Guide covered the basics, like what the National Register really is, how many listings it contains, and how many new listings are added each year.

Our second episode dives just a little deeper to explore the true function of the National Register. This episode answers questions like:

• What is the purpose of the National Register?
• What does being listed on the National Register mean for the average property owner?
• What does being listed on the National Register mean for your property?
• What are the benefits of being listed on the National Register?
• Does being listed on the National Register qualify my property for grants or tax credits?
• Does being listed on the National Register protect my property from demolition?

We hope you enjoy the show.

Special thanks to the President Woodrow Wilson House for filming accommodations.