Preservation Austin exists to empower Austinites to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and meaningful community culture through preservation.

Membership makes our work possible. Learn about Annual, Monthly, and Business Memberships here.

Preservation Austin offices in the historic McFarland-McBee House at 3805 Red River Street. We are currently open by appointment only.

Have a question? Email one of our staff members.

Join us for our 32nd Annual Homes Tour!

SATURDAY, APRIL 26 + SUNDAY, APRIL 27 | 10 AM - 5 PM

Preservation Austin is proud to present our 2025 Homes Tour! This year’s homes embody Austin’s remarkable heritage, showcasing diverse architectural eras and cultural histories. Ours is the only tour of its kind to connect Austinites to historic spaces and stunning design in such powerful and personal ways. On Saturday, April 26, we’ll feature five charming homes across Austin and on Sunday, April 27, five other lovely homes around town will be on display. Homes will be open from 10 am - 5 pm each day.

Work in an Architectural Icon

Two office/studio spaces are available for lease in our iconic McFarland-McBee House office. Located at 3805 Red River Street in the Hancock neighborhood, across from the Hancock Municipal Golf Course. Explore this unique opportunity to create your workspace within an architectural icon!

CLICK THE LINK BELOW FOR MORE INFO AND TO SCHEDULE A TOUR

Our Work

"Rather than look to the past and lament what has been lost, we're looking to the present, at the incredible places we still have, and are working to protect them for the future."

— Lindsey Derrington, Executive Director

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Thank You to Our Supporters

McBee Family Foundation

Amber and Al Koehler | Anonymous | Emily Little | Erika Bonfanti and Jeff Acton

Jim Susman and Ellen Dorsey | Joanie Schoener Bentzin | John Constantine

Kelley Cooper McClure | The Lola Wright Foundation | Meta Butler Hunt

Nancy Scanlan | Roland Galang | Shepherd 5 Points Family Foundation

Sheridan and Perry Lorenz | The Susan Vaughan Foundation

Stacey and Aaron Franklin | Texas Preservation Trust Fund | Tyson Tuttle