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 THREE YEAR (3) TERM7 MEMBERS, 2 ASSOCIATES
It has been said, at its best, preservation engages the past in a conversation with the present over a mutual concern for the future.
-William J. Murtagh, Keeping Time: The History and Theory of Preservation in America (New York: Sterling Publishing Co., Inc., 1988), p. 168.
Swampscott Historical Commission Mission Statement
In accordance with Massachusetts State Law Chapter 40 Section 8D, the Swampscott Historical Commission identifies, protects and preserves the historical heritage and resources of the Town of Swampscott. To accomplish this mission, the Commission shall perform, but is not limited to, the following:
- Identify, compile, and maintain an inventory of the town's historic assets according to the Massachusetts Historical Commission's guidelines;
- Identify resources for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places;
- Encourage community awareness of and promote interest in Swampscott's historical heritage; educate community about preservation issues and how preservation can positively impact the town's economic development and property values;
- Advocate thoughtful, preservation-minded planning and development in keeping with the character and history of the town and be an active participant in the town planning process;
- Advise and work with Town boards, committees, departments, and administration in all matters relating to historic preservation, including any proposed alteration, destruction, or relocation of historical assets in accordance with Swampscott General Bylaw, Article IX, Section 14, the Preservation of Historically Significant Buildings.
Calling for Nominations! 2013 Ninth Annual Preservation and Restoration Awards
The Historical Commission invites residents to submit nominations for its ninth annual Preservation and Restoration Awards. You can nominate yourself, a friend or a neighbor to celebrate their efforts to preserve and restore historic properties that maintain our town’s character and beauty. These properties can include residences, commercial buildings, or other structures whose preservation or restoration maintains or is faithful to the original design or style.
Eligible project categories are restoration, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, neighborhood conservation and landscape preservation. Awards are presented in consideration of the following criteria:
- The historical and architectural integrity of the property preserved by the project
- The exceptional quality of the project
- The extent to which the project contributed to the preservation of the property
- The impact of the project on the preservation of the town's historic resources.
Please complete the nomination form and submit no later than April 12, 2013.
The Preservation of Historically Significant Buildings
Swampscott General By-Laws, Article IX Uses of Land, Section 4 - AKA Demolition Delay Bylaw
Frequently Asked Questions about the Preservation Bylaw
Demolition Permit Process Chart
List of Massachusetts Communities with a Preservation Bylaw
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