Explore the legacy of pioneering Black architect John S. Chase, FAIA, NOMAC, as Austin celebrates the 100th anniversary of his birth. Learn about East Austin’s Keystone Addition, developed in the early 1950s, featuring homes built by Lott Construction Company where Chase was a draftsman before and during his studies at the University of Texas.

Kick off our 2025 Homes Tour with a birthday bash to remember! Our third annual VIP Party offers the exclusive opportunity to revel at South Austin’s gorgeous I.V. Davis Homestead, which celebrates its sesquicentennial anniversary this year. The Greek Revival-style I.V. Davis Homestead is a local and state landmark and an icon of the Zilker neighborhood.

You’re invited to Preservation Austin’s annual volunteer appreciation happy hour! 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 event. Join us at our office, where drinks and light snacks will be provided as we mingle with staff and fellow volunteers. We'll also be showing a sneak peek of the lovely houses that will be featured on our 2025 Homes Tour!

Join us for a walking tour of the sites and places of the Economy Furniture Strike, one of the most significant labor actions by Mexican Americans in Austin’s history. This 2-mile urban hike will be hosted by Preservation Austin’s Fowler Family Intern, Matthew Medina.

Join Preservation Austin for an unforgettable evening celebrating the heart and soul of our city. Homegrown Roots, hosted by Nikki DaVaughn of CityCast Austin, will feature live music from Austin legends Jackie Venson, Suzanna Choffel, Ray Prim, and Nnedimmaya, all in the iconic setting of Antone’s Nightclub.

Join Preservation Austin on Small Business Saturday for light bites and bubbly at Antiques of Oakmont. Explore the store and find treasures for you and for those on your gift list! The shop will generously donate 20% of every purchase made during the event to support Preservation Austin.

All aboard! Preservation Austin is pleased to present our 64th Annual Preservation Merit Awards Celebration. This signature event is our opportunity to honor the everyday Austinites dedicated to preserving our city’s heritage through diverse, innovative, and heartfelt efforts. Our twelve inspiring winners are shining examples of community-building through historic preservation.

We’re wrapping up a great month at Austin’s most historic biergarten! Join us at Scholz, the oldest continuously operating tavern in Texas, where Legacy Business Month passport holders can enter to win prizes for most stamps collected. Come grab a pretzel and a beer, we can’t wait to see you and toast to the success of Austin’s second annual Legacy Business Month. Prost!

Legacy Business Month is back, y’all! October has officially been designated as Legacy Business Month by the City of Austin, and we couldn’t be more proud! Join us at Zilker Brewing Company for the launch of Preservation Austin’s second annual celebration of the classic businesses that have been keeping Austin cool for over 20 years.

Preservation Austin’s 2024 Annual Meeting is just around the corner! Please join us on Thursday, August 22 for our Annual Meeting and Elections at the stunning Commodore Perry Estate, just blocks away from the McFarland House, PA’s future home. This year’s celebration will take place at the 1949 Gothic Revival Chapel and Terrace, and will feature drinks, revelry, and tours of the Estate’s exquisite grounds. Connect with fellow preservationists, elect our 2024-2025 Board of Directors, and be part of a special announcement about our vision for PA’s future. We’ll see you there!

Preservation Austin and Save the Good Stuff are partnering to present a one-of-a-kind Summer Bazaar at the historic Baker School! Join us for a sweet summer fundraiser and don’t miss this opportunity to score some incredible second-hand finds. Admission to the bazaar is free and gorgeous items will be available at every price point.

Proceeds will benefit Preservation Austin. Purchases can be made using cash or card.

Historic wood windows add character and curb appeal to Austin’s vintage homes. Maintaining these windows does not require an elaborate woodshop or hefty price tag, though it does involve skill… Preservation Austin is pleased to present a demonstration by architect Victoria Carpenter Holmes—a self-taught success story—as she explains the basics of window restoration and upkeep. Join us for an approachable and informative presentation aimed at homeowners interested in thrifty, diy strategies for wood window preservation.

Join us on Saturday, June 8 for a walking tour of the sites and places of the Economy Furniture Strike, one of the most significant labor actions by Mexican Americans in Austin’s history. This 2-mile urban hike will be hosted by Preservation Austin’s Fowler Family Intern, Matthew Medina.

Preservation Austin and the City’s Equity-Based Preservation Plan invite the community to join us for our rescheduled Block Party celebrating the vibrant Black history of the Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross Historic District!

Featuring guided tours of the neighborhood, music by DJ Lauren Light, and snacks by GoodenSweet Cookies. We’re delighted to host this free public event in partnership with the Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross Neighborhood Association and Where Y’All At Though? ATX

Preservation Austin’s 2024 Homes Tour will commence with a Southwind soiree! Join us for our second annual VIP Party to kick off the festivities at an exclusive home not featured during the tour weekend. This special event will showcase Southwind, the former home and studio of famed Abstract Expressionist painter Seymour Fogel. Enjoy delicious beverages and bites while falling under the spell of this magical midcentury home!

You’re invited to Preservation Austin’s volunteer appreciation happy hour! If you've ever 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 event. Join us downtown at the Corridor Title office where we'll provide drinks and light snacks as we mingle with staff and fellow volunteers. We'll also be showing a sneak peek of the lovely houses that will be featured on our 2024 Homes Tour! The Homes Tour is our organization's marquee event and we truly couldn't do it without our incredible team of volunteers. We're so grateful for your support!

Join Preservation Austin and the Downtown Austin Alliance to learn about the opportunities and benefits of federal and state historic tax credits for transforming historic buildings here in Austin. The Historic Tax Credit (HTC) program is an incredibly valuable tool for historic property owners looking to rehabilitate older spaces and save thousands of dollars!

Preservation Austin is proud to announce our 63rd Annual Preservation Merit Awards Celebration! Join us at East Austin’s stylish Central Machine Works for this unique program — the only one of its kind to honor the everyday Austinites working hard to preserve our city’s heritage in diverse, exciting, and unexpected ways. Our twelve 2023 winners represent the wide-ranging efforts to build community and enhance historic spaces across our city.

Legacy Business Month will conclude with a wrap party at The Historic Victory Grill where participants will be entered to win exciting prizes for most stamps collected!

We’re kicking off Austin’s first-ever Legacy Business Month with a bang! Join us at Zilker Brewing Company for the launch of our new program celebrating beloved local establishments that epitomize classic Austin cool.

We’re heading to honky-tonk heaven to celebrate another amazing year of preservation advocacy! Preservation Austin’s 2023 Annual Meeting takes place Tuesday, August 22, at the Broken Spoke. Recently dedicated as a City of Austin Landmark, this iconic venue—a bar, restaurant, dancehall, and memorabilia mecca—opened in 1964 and has been legendary ever since. Join us at this special membership event to connect with fellow supporters and vote in our 2023–2024 Board of Directors.

As Austinites seek innovative approaches to sustainability in the built environment, Preservation Austin and AIA Austin are proud to present a discussion panel exploring house relocation, deconstruction, and material reuse.

Celebrating the recent release of “House Relocation: A Practical Guide for Austin, Texas,” this program will feature local experts evaluating tools for the circular reuse of residential structures. In response to measurable losses in our city’s historic residential fabric and the impacts of demolition, panelists will provide a better understanding of the economic, environmental, and preservation benefits of relocation and deconstruction practices.

Preservation Austin turns 70 years old this year! Come celebrate our platinum birthday at this special membership event at the legendary Driskill Hotel.

Meet us on the mezzanine to learn more about our essential role in saving this incredible landmark from demolition in the 1970s, and join us in reflecting on seven decades of Preservation Austin’s impassioned advocacy at the site of one of Austin’s greatest preservation success stories. Complimentary cake and champagne will be provided by our wonderful host, the Driskill Hotel, and a cash bar will also be available.

Join us on Saturday, April 22 for a FREE tour of one of East Austin’s greatest architectural treasures—the Briones House.

As a part of our 30th Anniversary Homes Tour, we’re excited to welcome the community into one of our eleven featured sites on this year’s tour. Stop by to tour this incredible historic space, learn more about Preservation Austin, and enjoy complimentary ice cream provided by Amy’s Ice Cream.