Our Mission & Story
Helping Protect Tempe's Historic Places
Our Mission & Story
Mission
The Tempe Historic Preservation Foundation works to preserve and advocate for Tempe’s at risk historic properties and heritage sites while building public support for local historic preservation through education programming, community engagement and fundraising as a 501c3.
Origin Story
Our foundation was formed in 2005, spearheaded by neighbors Darlene Justus and Evelyn Hallman, after becoming concerned by the deteriorating condition of the historic Eisendrath House in their neighborhood. Following a successful campaign to revitalize this historic community property, the foundation has worked closely with the city and other local agencies to advocate for vulnerable historic sites and resources that help define Tempe’s identity and rich history including our Desert Preserve System, Historic Neighborhoods, Indigenous Tribal heritage and historic buildings along with other local cultural resources. The foundation’s mission continues on today to help ensure that local history has a place within our community.
Mission
The Tempe Historic Preservation Foundation works to preserve and advocate for Tempe’s at risk historic properties and heritage sites while building public support for local historic preservation through education programming, community engagement and fundraising as a 501c3.
Origin Story
Our foundation was formed in 2005, spearheaded by neighbors Darlene Justus and Evelyn Hallman, after becoming concerned by the deteriorating condition of the historic Eisendrath House in their neighborhood. Following a successful campaign to revitalize this historic community property, the foundation has worked closely with the city and other local agencies to advocate for vulnerable historic sites and resources that help define Tempe’s identity and rich history including our Desert Preserve System, Historic Neighborhoods, Indigenous Tribal heritage and historic buildings along with other local cultural resources. The foundation’s mission continues on today to help ensure that local history has a place within our community.
PARTNERSHIPS
The Tempe Historic Preservation Foundation works closely with local city and regional government to ensure effort historic preservation efforts.
PARTNERSHIPS
The Tempe Historic Preservation Foundation works closely with local city and regional government to ensure effort historic preservation efforts.
Preservation Partner
Tempe Historic Preservation Office
The Tempe Historic Preservation Office (HPO) serves as the primary resource for historic preservation in the City of Tempe including prehistoric and archeological resources. Working closely with the Tempe Historic Preservation Commission, the HPO is responsible for historic designations and supporting goals within the Tempe Preserve Plan.
Preservation Partner
Tempe Historic Preservation Office
The Tempe Historic Preservation Office (HPO) serves as the primary resource for historic preservation in the City of Tempe including prehistoric and archeological resources. Working closely with the Tempe Historic Preservation Commission, the HPO is responsible for historic designations and supporting goals within the Tempe Preserve Plan.
Preservation Partner
SRP-MIC Tribal Historic Preservation Office
The Salt River Pima and Maricopa Tribal Historic Preservation Office works to protect cultural resource sites within and outside of its community border, including the City of Tempe, along with spreading awareness about O’Odham and Piipaash culture and their Huhugam Ancestors
Preservation Partner
SRP-MIC Tribal Historic Preservation Office
The Salt River Pima and Maricopa Tribal Historic Preservation Office works to protect cultural resource sites within and outside of its community border, including the City of Tempe, along with spreading awareness about O’Odham and Piipaash culture and their Huhugam Ancestors
Preservation Partner
Arizona State Historic Preservation Office
Arizona State Historical Preservation Office (AZSHPO) serves as statewide resource for historical preservation initiatives while coordinating with local and federal government agencies. AZ SHPO also functions as conduit for preservation advisory and technical support for the general public.
Preservation Partner
Arizona State Historic Preservation Office
Arizona State Historical Preservation Office (AZSHPO) serves as statewide resource for historical preservation initiatives while coordinating with local and federal government agencies. AZ SHPO also functions as conduit for preservation advisory and technical support for the general public.