Connect with Preservation Experts
Preserving historic homes and buildings requires the right expertise. Our Professional Directory connects homeowners, municipalities, and preservation advocates with trusted professionals specializing in historic architecture, restoration, preservation planning, and more.
Whether you need an architect, contractor, craftsman, or consultant, this directory serves as a resource to help you find skilled professionals who understand the unique needs of historic properties. Explore the listings below to find the right expert for your project.
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Local Professionals
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Research & Resources
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Preserve Mo Directory
Preserve Missouri maintains a statewide directory connecting the public with professionals and organizations involved in historic preservation and related fields.
Listings are organized by Preserve Missouri and include major donors to their organization, along with additional individuals and companies affiliated with past preservation projects.
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Picturing Springfield: Discovering Springfield Neighborhoods
Created by Dr. Sara Khorshidifard, Drury
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Drury University Flipbooks
The Center for Community Studies (CCS) supports community-based planning, design, and development projects through interdisciplinary studios that partner students with real communities. For over 20 years, CCS has helped communities across the region explore forward-thinking, sustainable, and people-centered approaches to shaping the built environment. Here is a link to some of their books!
DIY & Technical Guidance
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The Old House Guy
Guides on historically appropriate restorations, window repair, and exterior detailing.
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The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties
Nationally recognized framework for preserving, rehabilitating, restoring, and reconstructing historic buildings and sites in the United States.
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Traditional Building Magazine
Covers historically accurate materials, restoration methods, and preservation news.
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John Leeke's Historic Homeworks
A DIY resource for homeowners looking to repair historic woodwork, windows, and masonry.
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Window Preservation Alliance
Alliance to inspire the preservation of original windows by educating the public about the beauty, craftsmanship, and energy efficiency of original windows and supporting the people and businesses who restore them.
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Bob Yapp
BELVEDERE SCHOOL
Preservationist, Teacher, Consultant and founder of the Belvedere School.
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Our Restoration Nation
Youtube channel with restoration videos and information.
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Brent Hull
Owner and founder of Hull Millwork & Hull Homes in Fort Worth, TX. YouTube channel with lots of information on preservation and design for old homes.
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Association for Preservation Technology International
BUILDING TECHNOLOGY LIBRARY
The Building Technology Heritage Library (BTHL) is primarily a collection of architectural trade catalogs, house plan books, and technical building guides.
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The Craftsman Blog
Blog about restoring and also lists suppliers of historically accurate paint, hardware, and millwork.
Preservation-Friendly Online Suppliers
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Historic Houseparts
A source for antique doorknobs, light fixtures, and salvaged building materials.
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Period Bath Supply Company
Specializes in reproduction and salvaged historic bathroom fixtures.
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Van Dyke's Restorers
Source for Renovation & Restoration supplies