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

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Our work is people-centered and community-supported. Austin deserves a strong nonprofit voice for historic places. Make an impact today by becoming a member for as little as $10 a month.

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

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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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History and Preservation at The University of Texas at Austin
History and Preservation at The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Austin stands as one of the most architecturally and historically significant campuses in the United States. From humble beginnings on a 40-acre tract known as “College Hill” to its current sprawling campus, UT reflects more than a century of academic and architectural ambition. Today, preservation efforts ensure that this legacy remains intact for future generations.

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Celebrating the Grand Opening of the McFarland-McBee House
Celebrating the Grand Opening of the McFarland-McBee House

Preservation Austin was thrilled to host our grand opening for the McFarland-McBee House on March 10. The event was a true house warming, offering a chance for our community of supporters to see the newly-rehabilitated house and celebrate this momentous, years-long project. Click through for a recap of an unforgettable evening!

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Meet the Inaugural JuanRaymon Rubio Preservation Fellow
Meet the Inaugural JuanRaymon Rubio Preservation Fellow

Preservation Austin and Architexas established the JuanRaymon Rubio Preservation Fellowship to champion underrepresented heritage, empower underrepresented voices in preservation, and invest in future leaders. Learn more about our inaugural fellow, Aseel Al-Khdairat.

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🎶 Join us on March 24 for our next Preservation Austin Talk, "Austin Revolutions per Minute: Music History Sites in the Live Music Capital" with Jason Mellard, Director of the Center for Texas Music History and Associate Professor of Pract
Our work is made possible through the support of hundreds of volunteers who support us year-round ❤️ If you’re passionate about Austin’s history and want to connect with the preservation community while making a meaningful impact, we&rsqu
You’re invited to Preservation Austin’s annual volunteer appreciation happy hour on February 9! 💘 If you've volunteered for PA in the past or are interested in volunteering with us in the future, we would be delighted to see you at this
Preserving Austin's history and culture is what we do. For just $10/month, you can be a part of the movement to protect the Austin you love for generations to come. Become a member today at preservationaustin.org #linkinbio

Thank You to Our Supporters

McBee Family Foundation
Preservation Austin Supporter: David Wilson Garden Desgin
Preservation Austin Supporter: Still Water 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