National Register Nominations
National Register Nominations for Preserving the Past
Determining whether cultural resources should be listed in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) begins with understanding their significance and place within the broader historical context. Not only does ACI evaluate properties and districts for eligibility, but also prepares the research, documentation, and illustrations needed for nominations.
How ACI Can Help
ACI is experienced in evaluating cultural resources, such as sites, buildings, structures and objects, and turning their significance into well-supported cases for National Register consideration. From researching their ties to American history or pre-Contact on local, regional, and national levels, to evaluating their integrity and compiling photographs, illustrations, and supporting documentation, we manage the details required to build thorough nominations. With NRHP-listed or eligible cultural resources, ACI can also help clients understand their preservation responsibilities.
What Historical Nomination Services Include
A National Register nomination brings together historical research, architectural and archaeological evaluation, and detailed documentation to demonstrate why a resource is significant. With 50 years of experience, ACI brings these disciplines together to assess eligibility, establish historical context, determine integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association, and develop the materials needed for a complete and well-supported nomination. Explore our core National Register capabilities to learn how ACI can fulfill your project’s needs.
Core Capabilities
When to Contact ACI
Your Findings May Be Eligible for National Register Listing
ACI can evaluate properties, districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects against the National Register’s eligibility criteria. If you have questions about the discovery of cultural resources, or have concerns regarding historic preservation, the first step is starting a conversation with our team at ACI.
From the First Conversation to a Clear Path Forward
Every project begins with understanding the entire situation. ACI reviews your project location, timeline, available documentation such as photos or descriptions of what was found, known requirements, and any concerns regarding cultural resources to determine the most appropriate path forward.
Your Details Help Us Determine the Scope
Using the information you provided, our team determines whether additional research, field investigations, technical studies, or other services are appropriate. We then develop a clear plan and provide the documentation or recommendations needed to support your project.
Need National Register Guidance for a Project or Property?
If you know a National Register nomination is what your project requires, or are unsure which services you need from ACI, we are always available to answer questions. Contact our team, tell us about your project, and we will place you on a clear path forward.
