In the spring of 1987, a group of dedicated people committed to the preservation and renewal of historic sites and neighborhoods in our community, formed the Noblesville Preservation Alliance ("NPA"). The mission of the NPA is to promote the preservation of historic neighborhoods and structures in order to enhance the quality of life in Noblesville, IN. Noblesville’s historic structures bring visitors and new residents to the city each year. They make our city a desirable location for people to live and work in Hamilton County. As part of its activities, NPA presents important issues to the residents of Noblesville, such as re-zones and demolitions arise.

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The NPA board of directors is committed to furthering the organization’s mission in a
productive and meaningful way. To do that, committees defined by focus areas have been identified. Over the next several months, potential initiatives will be discussed and prioritized.

Committee recommendations will be brought to the board and when a 2009/2010 plan is approved, implementation of strategies to achieve these goals will begin. We need your help. The role of the board is oversight, but the organization is only successful when its membership is involved, engaged, and enthusiastic. Please help us by joining a committee. Perhaps you have particular expertise, or are just willing to dive in and assist with making success happen.

Please consider the areas below and let us know where you’d like to volunteer your time. Contact the committee chairman if you are interested in participating on a committee, or if you have comments or questions. Thank you in advance for helping NPA strengthen its community impact through positive impact.

• Identifying, protecting and maintaining the integrity of historic structures and neighborhoods
• Encouraging the process whereby all municipal action reflects a policy of preservation
• Cultivating and expanding the appreciation of historic resources in Noblesville

• Published the 10 most endangered structures list.
• Saved the Craig House and Essington House, a milliner's house, at 208 W. 9th Street, est. 1891, from demolition.
• Saved the historic Holliday Power Plant in Riverwood.
• Provided funding for tuck pointing work for Noblesville First Presbyterian Church restoration project.
• Affiliate member of Historic Landmarks of Indiana and member of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
• Recognized local citizens and businesses each year with the Josiah Durfee Award for preservation efforts.
• Obtained funding for Noblesville's four National Historic Registered districts on Conner, Logan and Ninth Streets, obtaining signage for these districts.
• Supported the efforts of NPA members who bought and restored historic structures.
• Played a role in the creation of Noblesville’s Historic Preservation Commission, established by the city and continue to support its work.

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